Waiter

Ottolenghi; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known food and hospitality company in London is looking for a passionate Waiter to join their vibrant team. You will provide exceptional service, ensuring memorable experiences for guests while working in an exciting environment. Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude and a desire for professional growth. Excellent training and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Staff Meals

Career Development Opportunities

English Language Training

Enhanced Parental Pay

£100 Uniform Voucher

Special Birthday Treat

Refer a Friend Bonus

Exclusive Workshops & Demos

Discounts Across the Ottolenghi Group

Wellness & Support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
• A passion for food, service, and hospitality.
• A positive attitude, with a strong desire to exceed guest expectations.
• Team-oriented and able to communicate clearly.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service with a warm and professional approach.
• Greet guests, take orders, and ensure food and drinks are served promptly and accurately.
• Anticipate guests' needs and offer suggestions or recommendations.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Job description

NOPI celebrates global flavours. Our dishes are constantly changing, guided by the seasons and the creativity of our chefs!

We are now looking for passionate and dedicated waiter to join our vibrant, innovative team. As a waiter with us, you will have the opportunity to work in an exciting and dynamic environment, providing outstanding service and creating memorable experiences for our guests.

Whether you're starting your career in hospitality or looking to take the next step, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace where you'll grow and thrive. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who are as committed to excellence as you are.

As a Waiter, you will:

• Provide excellent customer service with a warm and professional approach
• Greet guests, take orders, and ensure food and drinks are served promptly and accurately
• Anticipate guests’ needs and offer suggestions or recommendations
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential
• A passion for food, service, and hospitality
• A positive attitude, with a strong desire to exceed guest expectations
• Team-oriented and able to communicate clearly
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends

What's in it for you:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Take care of yourself with a full health benefits package that supports your well-being.
• Staff Meals: Enjoy delicious meals on shift, crafted with the same passion and quality as what we serve our guests.
• Career Development Opportunities: We believe in growth! Enjoy access to tailored training and internal progression, so you can develop your skills and advance your career with us.
• English Language Training: We offer language courses at all levels (Basic, Intermediate, and Business) to help you excel both personally and professionally.
• Enhanced Parental Pay: After two years of service, you’ll benefit from enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay, as well as Paternity Pay to support your growing family.
• £100 Uniform Voucher: Get started with a uniform voucher to ensure you look your best on the job.
• Special Birthday Treat: A little something to make your day extra special.
• Refer a Friend: Share the love and earn £500 each when you refer a friend to join our team.
• Exclusive Workshops & Demos: Enjoy monthly cooking demonstrations, as well as food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen to expand your culinary knowledge.
• Discounts Across the Ottolenghi Group: Receive generous discounts on food, drinks, and products across our restaurants and shops.
• Wellness & Support: Access to wellbeing resources, mental health support, and a caring environment where we take care of our team

We’d love to hear from you if you’re an experienced Waiter and are ready for the next step in your working journey.