Waiter

Bar Crispin; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-lead restaurant in Central London is seeking an enthusiastic team member for a bustling role. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional service, sharing your passion for food and wine, and creating a vibrant atmosphere for guests. Ideal candidates will possess strong people skills and a customer-focused attitude, thriving in a fast-paced environment. The role offers opportunities for growth within a fun and supportive team, delicious team meals, flexible shifts, and various benefits including generous discounts and holiday allowance.

Benefits

Freshly cooked team meals every shift

Flexible shift patterns

Generous refer-a-friend bonus

50% off dining across all locations

20% off wine retail

Enhanced parental leave

Access to Wagestream benefits

Up to 28 days holiday

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a quality-driven restaurant or bar preferred.
• Natural people person with a love of hospitality.
• Interest in food and wine, with a willingness to learn.
• Calm, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome every guest with confidence and warmth.
• Guide guests through menus and recommend dishes.
• Bring energy and personality to the floor.
• Create genuine experiences to turn visitors into regulars.
• Support colleagues and ensure smooth service.
• Maintain high standards for cleanliness and safety.

Skills

People skills

Food & wine knowledge

Strong communication

Team player

Job description

HAM. Restaurants is a group of independent and design-lead restaurants and wine bars in Central London. Restaurants consists of Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events & Catering.

Bar Crispin is a 45-cover restaurant and wine bar, serving broadly European inspired seasonal plates and low-intervention wines from some special suppliers and producers. The Green Room is our intimate private cellar dining room designed by Jermain Gallacher.
Our busy and fast-paced service is delivered by General Manager, Guilia Vantoni, and wonderfully inventive menu by Head Chef, Fabien Spagnolo (Frenchie, Carousel, Pollen St Social).

Why You’ll Love This Role

Every shift is full of energy and variety. One moment you’re welcoming guests with genuine warmth, the next you’re recommending the perfect wine to pair with their meal, or keeping service smooth and upbeat on a busy Saturday night. You’ll be at the heart of the action, delivering memorable dining experiences that make people want to return again and again.

It’s a role that’s ideal for someone who thrives on great service, loves food and wine, and enjoys working as part of a supportive, fun, and professional team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering Exceptional Service:Welcome every guest with confidence, warmth, and a smile.
• Food & Wine Knowledge:Guide guests through our menus, recommend dishes and drinks, and share your passion for hospitality.
• Creating Atmosphere:Bring energy and personality to the floor, keeping the vibe polished, friendly, and relaxed.
• Building Connections:Make guests feel at home, creating genuine experiences that turn visitors into regulars.
• Team Player:Support your colleagues across the floor and back of house, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Standards & Care:Keep tables, service areas, and guest spaces looking their best while upholding health & safety standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a quality-driven restaurant or bar (preferred but not essential).
• A natural people person with a love of hospitality.
• Interest in food and wine, with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude.
• Calm, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A fun, friendly, supportive, and inclusive team that feels like family.
• Endless opportunities to expand your food & wine knowledge.
• Delicious, freshly cooked team meals every shift.
• Flexible shift patterns (days and evenings)… plus Sundays off!
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus of up to £1000.
• 50% off dining across all HAM. Restaurant locations.
• 20% off wine retail.
• Access to Wagestream benefits & flexible pay.
• Enhanced parental leave, including “paw-ternity” for pet parents.
• Up to 28 days holiday (increasing with length of service up to 36!).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Wisdom App for health & wellbeing.
• The chance to be part of a creative, ambitious, and growing hospitality group with plenty of room to develop.