London - Head Server

The Columbo Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off venues across Columbo venues

Free event access

Columbo Academy training

Hero of the Month: paid weekend off

£50 drinks incentive voucher

Generous referral scheme

Global industry trips

Nest pension

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen is looking for a Head Server to help lead the floor and deliver an exceptional guest experience. You will lead by example, support the team, and uphold high standards across service and presentation.

This role offers clear opportunities to progress into management, with energetic leadership and a collaborative team culture on the floor.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Server in a restaurant
• Confidence guiding and supporting other team members
• Excellent attention to detail in service and presentation
• Clear communication and teamwork with the floor and kitchen
• Ambition to progress into management roles

Responsibilities

• Lead a section and support the wider team
• Train and develop junior team members
• Maintain high standards across service and presentation
• Support managers in delivering well-organised shifts
• Handle guest queries confidently and professionally
• Set the tone on the floor through energy and example

Skills

Server experience

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Management potential

Job description

We’re looking for a Head Server to help lead the floor at The Blues Kitchen.

The Blues Kitchen brings together delicious food, world class music and an incredible drinks menu, all under one roof. It’s built on great hospitality. Thoughtful service, proper food, and a space that feels welcoming and consistent throughout. We focus on the details that matter, how teams work together, how guests are looked after, and how every visit is considered and worth coming back for.

As a Head Server, you support the management team in delivering a strong guest experience. You lead by example on the floor, support the team, and help maintain high standards throughout. This is a great role for someone ready to step towards management and deepen their understanding of how we curate incredible guest experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a section and support the wider team
• Help train and develop junior team members
• Maintain high standards across service and presentation
• Support managers in delivering well-organised shifts
• Handle guest queries confidently and professionally
• Set the tone on the floor through energy and example

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience as a Server in a restaurant environment
• Confidence supporting and guiding other team members
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Someone who wants to progress into management

What to Expect

• Competitive pay: £12.75 per hour plus tronc total package usually between £12.75 to £16.50 per hour. Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• A high energy working environment with a strong team around you.
• Clear opportunities to step into supervisory roles as you develop.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.
• Pension scheme via Nest.