Senior Head Waiter/Waitress — Lead Fine-Dining Service

Soho House & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Team meal on shift

Soho Friends Membership

50% Team discount on Food & Drink

Staff Room Rates

Health Cash Plan

Dental Plan

Birthday Day Off

Staff discount on Cowshed & Soho Home

Paid charity days (2 days/year)

Free Counselling Sessions

Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes

Continuous training and team events

Job summary

Soho House is seeking a Head Waiter to lead the floor service, guide the Front of House team, and uphold the club’s high dining standards. You will greet guests, take orders, present recommendations, and ensure seamless payment via card or app.

You should have 2–3 years in a supervisory role in a luxury setting, strong F&B knowledge, and exceptional communication skills. This on-site role offers a vibrant team environment and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in a similar high-end dining environment with supervisory or senior waiter experience.
• Excellent Food & Beverage knowledge including wine service.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a hands-on approach.
• Confident, polished and professional demeanour.
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with POS systems and reservation software.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet members, introduce menus and engage upon seating.
• Take accurate food and drink orders, accommodate allergies or dietary needs.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely order delivery.
• Provide knowledgeable menu recommendations including wine pairings.
• Maintain exceptional table service with proactive refilling and service.

Skills

Leadership

Wine service

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

POS systems

Reservation software

Job description

Soho House is seeking a Head Waiter to lead the floor service, guide the Front of House team, and uphold the club’s high dining standards. You will greet guests, take orders, present recommendations, and ensure seamless payment via card or app.

You should have 2–3 years in a supervisory role in a luxury setting, strong F&B knowledge, and exceptional communication skills. This on-site role offers a vibrant team environment and ongoing professional development.