Restaurant Receptionist/Host

Spring Restaurant, London; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant in London as a Receptionist, where you'll be the first point of contact for guests, ensuring a warm welcome and memorable experiences. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and wine, along with previous experience in fine dining. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and numerous employee benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible weekly rota

Delicious staff meals on duty

Uniform provided

Paid training and development opportunities

28 days of holiday

£100 Birthday gift voucher

Fully equipped staff changing facilities

Staff discount scheme

Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash Healthcare Plan

£400 'Refer a Friend' bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a fine-dining restaurant.
• Immaculate grooming standards and professional appearance.
• Experience with Seven Rooms is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for guests, providing a memorable experience.
• Create a warm, welcoming environment.
• Deliver great service with a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Skills

Warm demeanor

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Passion for food and wine

Job description

**Join Our Team as a Receptionist at Spring Restaurant!**

Spring, located in the iconic Somerset House, Covent Garden, is an elegant, ingredient-led restaurant focused on sustainability and delivering exceptional food and wine experiences.

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Receptionist to join our team and help create a warm, welcoming environment for our guests.

As a Restaurant Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact for our guests, providing them with a memorable experience from the moment they arrive. We’re looking for someone with a strong passion for great food, fine wine, and hospitality. While experience is important, we value a warm personality, flexibility, and a desire to be part of a team that genuinely cares about the guest experience.

What We’re Looking For

• A warm, friendly, and welcoming demeanor – your smile is your best asset!
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a fine-dining restaurant
• A passion for food, wine, and excellent service
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and multitask effectively
• Immaculate grooming standards and professional appearance
• Experience with Seven Rooms is a bonus, but not essential
• A proactive, team-oriented approach to delivering great service
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay (including house pay and service charge)
• Flexible weekly rota (with Sundays and Mondays off most weeks)
• Delicious staff meals on duty
• Uniform provided
• Paid training and opportunities for development (including supplier visits)
• 28 days of holiday (full-time role)
• £100 Birthday gift voucher
• Fully equipped staff changing facilities with showers
• Individual lockers
• Staff discount scheme for the restaurant and Somerset House
• Perkbox Benefits: Access exclusive discounts, wellness resources, and lifestyle perks
• Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash Healthcare Plan after passing probation
• £400 "Refer a Friend" bonus
  
  

Why Join Us?

At Spring, we believe in creating an environment where our team feels valued, supported, and inspired. We take pride in working with the finest produce and delivering memorable experiences for our guests.

This is an opportunity to join a team that’s passionate about hospitality and to further develop your skills in a beautiful setting.

If you’re excited about creating a welcoming, engaging atmosphere and being part of a talented team, we’d love to hear from you!