Host

The Columbo Group; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a leading venue in London as a Host. You'll manage guest interactions, bookings, and create a welcoming atmosphere in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy competitive pay and numerous perks while growing within a supportive hospitality team.

Benefits

50% off across venues

Annual celebrations

Free access to events and festivals

Career Growth

Paid weekend off for Hero of the Month

£50 voucher for top sellers

£1,000 for Chef/Manager referrals

£250 for hourly roles referrals

Global Industry Trips

Pension via Nest

Qualifications

• Experience in a guest-facing role.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, late-night setting.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and seating guests with confidence and care.
• Managing bookings, walk-ins, and waitlists.
• Supporting the front-of-house team during busy services.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Calm under pressure

Job description

We’re searching for a host to join our team at The Blues Kitchen.

We’re looking for a Host with a warm presence and a genuine approach to hospitality. You’ll be the first face our guests see—managing the door, coordinating bookings, and setting the tone for a great night. This is a high-volume, late-night venue, so we’re after someone who stays calm under pressure, communicates clearly, and keeps things running smoothly. In return, we offer the chance to grow and develop within a team that values people and progression.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Greeting and seating guests with confidence and care
2. Managing bookings, walk-ins, and waitlists
3. Supporting the front-of-house team during busy services
4. Coordinating with the floor and kitchen to maintain flow
5. Creating a calm, welcoming front-of-house environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a guest-facing role
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, late-night setting
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Friendly, reliable, and professional
• Keen to grow within a hospitality-focused team

What to expect:

• Competitive Pay: £12.50 per hour plus tronc (total package usually in the range of £15-17 per hour). Wages paid every two weeks, tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• The Blues Kitchen is a lively bar, restaurant, and music venue, requiring flexible daytime and evening shifts.
• No uniforms—bring your best self.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Food & Social Perks: Enjoy 50% off across our venues, annual celebrations, and free access to our events and festivals.
• Career Growth: Our Columbo Academy guides your personal and professional development.
• Hero of the Month: Recognize your standout work with a paid weekend off.
• Bar & Restaurant Incentives: Top sellers in drinks revenue win a £50 voucher.
• Employee Referrals: Earn £1,000 for Chef/Manager referrals or £250 for hourly roles.
• Global Industry Trips: For top performers and wine experts.
• Pension via Nest: Secure your future with our pension plan.

The award-winning Blues Kitchen is one of London’s most loved venues, featuring live blues and soul performances, American cuisine, and a curated drinks selection, making it a premier nightlife experience.