Reservations Manager (Fixed Term Contact) - Hawksmoor Spitalfields

Hawksmoor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime on salaries

Tronc paid for every hour you work

Free team meals on shift

50% off food at Hawksmoor

Income protection and death in service

Job summary

Hawksmoor is seeking a Reservations Manager on a fixed-term contract to lead the reservations and host function across our London restaurants. You’ll be on the floor during service, welcoming guests and managing seating while supporting the reservations team and overseeing systems and standards.

You’ll work closely with the General Manager and FOH leaders to optimise covers and guest experience, handling VIP bookings and special requests with warmth and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience as Reservations Manager in a quality restaurant.
• Confident people manager with coaching ability.
• Highly organised and calm under pressure.
• Warm, professional, guest-focused communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the reservations and host team.
• Oversee reservations, walk-ins, and waiting lists for smooth service.
• Be on the floor during service, welcoming guests and managing seating.
• Ensure cloakroom, arrivals and guest communication run seamlessly.
• Collaborate with GM and FOH leadership to optimise covers and guest experience.
• Handle guest feedback, special requests and VIP bookings with care.
• Maintain high standards across reservations systems, accuracy and communication.
• Support events, group bookings and buyouts with the management team.

Skills

Experienced Reservations Manager

People management

Highly organised

Excellent guest communication

Hospitality passion

Tools

Reservations software

Job description

Reservations Manager (Fixed Term Contract)

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have been recognised as one of the Best Companies to work for year after year. We are excited to start the search for Reservations Manager to join us on a Fixed Term Contractcovering Maternity leave for a minimum 9 months starting from September.

AsReservations Manager at Hawksmoor, you’ll lead the reservations and host function, ensuring every guest journey is smooth, welcoming and well managed from first contact to seating. This is a hands‑on role at the heart of the restaurant. You’ll spend time on the floor welcoming guests, managing flow and supporting the team, while also overseeing reservations systems, standards and performance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop the reservations and host team
• Oversee reservations, walk-ins and waiting lists to support smooth service
• Be present on the floor during service, welcoming guests and managing seating and flow
• Ensure cloakroom, arrivals and guest communication run seamlessly
• Work closely with the General Manager and FOH leadership team to optimise covers and guest experience
• Handle guest feedback, special requests and VIP bookings with confidence and care
• Maintain high standards across reservations systems, accuracy and communication
• Support events, group bookings and buyouts alongside the wider management team

Who You Are

• Experienced as a Reservations Manager in a quality restaurant
• A confident people manager who enjoys coaching and developing others
• Highly organised, calm and solutions-focused under pressure
• Warm, professional and comfortable engaging with guests at all levels
• Passionate about hospitality and delivering consistently great experiences

Our Values

Welcome Everyone- We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.
Work Hard and Be Nice to People- We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.
Hit Hawksmoor Standards- We care deeply about quality and consistency every day.
Keep Evolving- We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.

Benefits

• Paid overtime on salaries
• Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks
• Free team meals on shift
• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones
• Income protection and death in service cover
• Paid annual volunteer days
• Stream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
• Referral bonuses from day oneExclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support
• Full training and development with clear progression opportunities

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.