Waiter / Waitress

Searcys; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Pension scheme enrollment

Up to 35 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday off

Volunteer day off

Discount portal access

Job summary

Searcys is opening a prestige Knightsbridge venue in London and seeks an experienced Waiter/Waitress to join the opening team. You will own your section, deliver attentive, seamless service, and exceed guest expectations in a luxury setting.

The role offers full-time or part-time contracts with a £17.50 hourly salary inclusive of Tronc, opening hours 10:00–20:00, and seven days a week operations. You’ll enjoy substantial benefits and career progression within a storied London brand.

Qualifications

• Provide exceptional service to our guests.
• Participate in the delivery of all food and beverage services.
• Take part in the setup of restaurant and events.
• Nurture and develop new commis waiters.
• Adhere to all company policies and training procedures.
• Liaise with key people to ensure food and service meet menu standards.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your section and deliver attentive, seamless service.
• Ensure exceptional food and beverage experiences reflecting Searcys standards.
• Support management in day-to-day operation of the venue.
• Mentor and develop junior commis waiters.

Skills

Exceptional service

F&B service

Restaurant setup

Team mentoring

Policy adherence

Cross-functional liaison

Job description

Join Searcys at a spectacular new venue opening in the heart of Knightsbridge this year. Set within one of London’s most prestigious and vibrant destinations, we are looking for an outstanding KitchenWaiter/Waitress to join our opening team.

An exceptional opportunity to be part of one of London’s most anticipated luxury openings. Jaguar is an iconic brand with an illustrious heritage that is now undergoing a dramatic transformation. Jaguar is being repositioned as a modern luxury brand, creating a new end-to-end client journey underpinned by an all-electric portfolio.

This new Knightsbridge location will play a defining role in that vision —establishinga presence and creating a destination that builds brand presence, deepens client engagement, and drives cultural relevance from the moment it opens.

As aWaiter / Waitress you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

We are seeking anexperienced and dedicated Waiter/Waitressto support the management team in the day-to-day operation of the venue. As aSearcys Waiter/Waitress, you will take ownership of your section, delivering attentive, seamless service while anticipating and exceeding guest expectations. With a passion for hospitality, you will ensure exceptional food and beverage experiences that reflect the high standards synonymous with the Searcys brand.

Contract:Full Time & Part Time

Salary: £17.50 inclusive of Tronc

Opening times:10:00 - 20:00

Open 7 days a week

Qualifications

• Provide exceptional service to our guests
• To successfully participate in the delivery of all food and beverage services
• Take part in the setup of restaurant and events
• Nurture and develop new commis waiters
• Adhere to all company policies and departmental procedures/trainings
• Liaise with key people in all necessary areas of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards set by the managers

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk