Junior Waiter - Fast-Paced Training & Growth

KONG

Greater London

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Team meal with every shift
Competitive salary (tronc included)
Rota published six days in advance
Flexible shifts across 8am-11pm
Paid holidays
Dress code smart-casual
Right to work in the UK
Student visa welcome

Job summary

Kong in Shoreditch, London, is seeking a hands-on manager to lead a busy hospitality team in a fast-paced setting. You’ll supervise shifts, uphold standards and mentor 40-50 Kongers while ensuring guests receive warm, attentive service.

The role offers full-time work with a competitive £32K salary, monthly pay, and flexible shifts from early to late. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring a proactive, team-first approach.

Qualifications

  • Around six months of work experience of any kind helps, but attitude matters more than your CV here.
  • You're keen to learn about food, drink and the craft of looking after people - guests and teammates alike.
  • You care about getting the details right: food delivered hot, to the right seat, with allergies always front of mind.
  • You're a team player who keeps things moving - stations stocked, sauces and chopsticks ready, so nobody has to leave a guest to go hunting.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow a large team with humility and care.
  • Protect our standards and pursue hospitality beyond the expected.
  • Collaborate with fellow managers and Kongers to deliver best-in-class service.
  • Manage busy nights with a proactive, hands-on approach.
  • Ensure guests have a smooth experience from first welcome to final farewell.

Skills

Six months work experience
Willingness to learn
Attention to detail
Team player

Job description

Kong in Shoreditch, London, is seeking a hands-on manager to lead a busy hospitality team in a fast-paced setting. You’ll supervise shifts, uphold standards and mentor 40-50 Kongers while ensuring guests receive warm, attentive service.

The role offers full-time work with a competitive £32K salary, monthly pay, and flexible shifts from early to late. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring a proactive, team-first approach.

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