Waiter / Waitress

Ambrosia Richmond; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium cocktail lounge in Richmond is seeking a full-time Host/Hostess. This role involves welcoming guests, managing reservations, and providing food and drink service. Candidates should have hospitality experience, strong communication skills, and be available for evenings and weekends. Pay is up to £12.21 per hour with additional benefits. Immediate start available.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Potential for TRONC

Immediate start

Qualifications

• Hospitality or waiting experience preferred.
• Must be fully available for evening shifts and weekend work.
• Confident and friendly personality.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and manage reservations and seating.
• Take and serve orders for drinks and food.
• Act as a bar runner and support bartenders.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Strong communication skills

Reliability

Ability to work in high-energy environments

Job description

Full‑time Host / Hostess (with Waiting & Bar‑Runner duties) – Ambrosia – Richmond, London. Up to 48 hours per week. Up to £12.21 per hour (experience‑dependent) + TRONC.

About Ambrosia

Ambrosia is a mythology‑inspired cocktail lounge where premium drinks, immersive storytelling and elevated hospitality come together. We serve divine signature cocktails, premium spirits, and artisanal cold platters in a beautifully atmospheric, ancient‑themed setting.

About the Role

As Ambrosia’s Host/Hostess, you’ll be the first warm welcome for our guests and a key part of the guest journey. You’ll handle hosting duties, general waiting service, and act as a bar runner during busy hours to support bar efficiency and floor flow. This is a lively, guest‑facing role ideal for someone who enjoys premium hospitality and thrives in evening and weekend service environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and manage reservations, walk‑ins and seating rotation.
• Escort guests to their tables and maintain smooth service flow.
• Take and serve orders for drinks and food with confidence.
• Act as a bar runner during peak times: run drinks to tables, restock glassware, garnishes, ice & bar essentials, assist bartenders with organisation and cleanliness.
• Keep service stations fully stocked and tidy.
• Clear, reset, and prepare tables throughout the shift.
• Assist with close‑down duties at the end of the night.
• Deliver a premium experience in line with Ambrosia’s mythological brand.
• Maintain venue presentation, hygiene and safety standards.

About You

• Hospitality, hosting or waiting experience preferred.
• Confident, friendly and able to work in a high‑energy environment.
• Willing to act as a bar runner and support the bartenders when needed.
• Strong communication and guest‑service skills.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to high standards.
• Must be fully available for evening shifts and weekend work.
• Enjoys working in a creative cocktail‑bar environment.

Details

• Hours: Full‑time, up to 48 hours per week.
• Shifts: Evenings and weekends required.
• Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour (experience‑dependent) + TRONC.
• Holiday: 28 days per year.
• Contract: Full‑time, permanent.
• Start date: Immediate.
• Location: Richmond, London.

Additional Information

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full‑time
Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday, evenings, weekends, up to 48 hours
Salary: £10 – £12.21 hourly
Benefits: Tronc
Starting time: Immediate start!

✨ Join Ambrosia and help deliver a truly divine guest experience.