Waiter / Waitress

Cô Thành; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A new Vietnamese restaurant in Covent Garden is seeking front-of-house team members to provide warm hospitality and assist in daily operations. Candidates need a positive attitude and basic English; no prior experience is required as training will be provided. This role offers a full-time position starting at £12.25 per hour with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Pay including Tronc

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, just a great attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic English required.
• Familiarity with Vietnamese culture & cuisine is a plus.
• Positive, humble, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Enjoy connecting with people and take pride in service.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth operations.
• Offer warm hospitality, creating a memorable experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the workspace.
• Contribute to daily tasks including table setup and inventory checks.
• Learn and embody the restaurant's values and menu.
• Grow in a nurturing, respectful environment.

Job description

Overview

Cô Thành is a brand new Vietnamese restaurant opening in the heart of Covent Garden. Rooted in the vibrant spirit of Vietnam, we are dedicated to delivering heartfelt hospitality and authentic flavours in a space where guests feel truly welcome. At Cô Thành, we value warmth, authenticity, and mindfulness in everything we do — from the way we serve our food to how we treat each other. We are building a team of kind, thoughtful individuals who are excited to grow with us from the very beginning. Whether you’re new to hospitality or looking to bring your experience to a fresh, meaningful environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• As a member of our front-of-house team, you will work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Offer warm, genuine hospitality to every guest, creating a relaxed and memorable dining experience.
• Maintain a clean, well-organised, and welcoming workspace, with attention to personal hygiene and presentation.
• Contribute to daily duties such as opening and closing tasks, table setup, inventory checks, and supporting overall restaurant flow.
• Learn and embody the Cô Thành story — including our menu, values, and team culture — with guidance and training from management.
• Grow with us — we are committed to your learning and development in a nurturing, respectful environment.

What We’re Looking For

• No previous experience required — just a great attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic English required.
• Familiarity with Vietnamese culture & cuisine is a plus but not a requirement as training will be provided.
• A positive, humble, and enthusiastic outlook.
• Someone who enjoys connecting with people and takes pride in thoughtful, attentive service.
• Join us in bringing the warmth of Vietnamese hospitality to Covent Garden.

Role Details

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Full-time
• Salary: £12.25 – £18.5 hourly
• Benefits: Pay incl. Tronc
• Starting time: Immediate start

About Cô Thành

We are a brand new to London Vietnamese restaurant.