Server/Waiter/Waitress

Arabica; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned food establishment in London's Borough Market is seeking a Market Server. You will be responsible for greeting customers, taking orders, and ensuring a high-quality dining experience. The ideal candidate should be passionate about food and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a supportive team in an iconic location, with competitive pay and delicious staff meals.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Generous share of service charge

Delicious staff meals

Discounts at restaurants

Career progression opportunities

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy café or street food role is highly desirable.
• A genuine passion for food, especially Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Reliable and punctual with strong teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Greeting customers warmly and guiding them through the menu.
• Taking orders and handling payments efficiently.
• Maintaining cleanliness and food safety at the stall.
• Working closely with the kitchen and front-of-house team.

Skills

People skills

Positive attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Join Our Vibrant Team: Market Server at Arabica, Borough Market. Love the buzz of a market? Passionate about incredible Middle Eastern food? This is for you. Arabica has been a cornerstone of Borough Market for over two decades, delighting Londoners and tourists alike with vibrant, authentic flavours from the Levant. Our iconic market stall is where it all began, and it remains the beating heart of our business. We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Market Server to be the face of Arabica in London's most famous food destination. You'll be working at the centre of the action, serving up our delicious wraps, mezze boxes, and pastries to a constant stream of eager food lovers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Greeting every customer with a warm and genuine welcome.
• Guiding customers through our menu, explaining our dishes with passion and knowledge.
• Taking orders and handling payments swiftly and accurately at our busy counter.
• Assembling customer orders, ensuring every dish is presented beautifully.
• Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and organisation at the stall.
• Working closely with the kitchen and the rest of the front-of-house team to create a seamless and positive experience.
• Embodying the vibrant, friendly, and high-quality spirit of Arabica.

Who We're Looking For

• A natural people-person with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and stays calm under pressure.
• A genuine passion for food is a must; an interest in Middle Eastern cuisine is a huge plus!
• Previous experience in a busy café, counter-service, or street food role is highly desirable.
• An excellent communicator who is reliable, punctual, and a true team player.
• You must be happy to be on your feet and ready for a physically active role.

What We Offer

• A competitive hourly wage plus a generous share of service charge (TRONC).
• Delicious staff meals on every shift.
• Generous discounts at our restaurants and delis for you and your family.
• A fantastic, supportive team environment in an iconic London location.
• Opportunities for training and career progression within the Arabica family.
• Flexible shift patterns.

How to Apply

Ready to join the buzz and be part of a London institution? To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a perfect fit for the Arabica team at Borough Market to [emailprotected]

We can't wait to hear from you!