Waiter / Waitress

SUSHISAMBA GROUP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food discount

Holiday allowance

Complimentary meals

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee awards

Career progression

Pension contributions

Staff parties

Job summary

SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden is looking for a passionate Waiter/Waitress to join our front of house team, delivering warm, flawless service from start to finish. You will take orders, upsell our unique offerings, and communicate clearly with the kitchen to ensure a memorable dining experience.

We value excellent English communication, previous lounge/bar and PDR knowledge, and a flexible approach to hours, including late finishes. Join us for a dynamic team, onboarding, and career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Waiter/Waitress in a fast-paced, high-quality setting.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Lounge/bar experience and Private Dining Room (PDR) knowledge preferred.
• Flexibility with working hours, including late finishes.
• Availability to work any 5 days between Monday and Sunday.
• Commitment to maintaining standards and following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, knowledgeable service to guests.
• Take orders and upsell our offerings.
• Answer menu questions and communicate with the kitchen.
• Maintain a warm, professional presence on the floor.

Skills

Head Waiter/Waitress experience

English communication

Lounge/bar experience

PDR knowledge

Flexibility

Availability for 5 days

Job description

Your Role

The front of house team is currently looking for a passionate Waiter/Waitress to join our family at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden, ensuring each guest is welcomed warmly while making their time with us truly memorable. You will deliver the finest food and beverages with friendly, efficient, and flawless service from start to finish.

Your Rewards

As a valued member of the team, we offer more than just a job - we reward dedication and hard work with a range of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive salary
• 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6 people in SUSHISAMBA or Duck & Waffle28 days' holiday allowance
• Complimentary meal and drink during shifts
• Refer-a-friend cash incentive scheme
• Employee of the month rewards
• Internal training and clear career progression
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Annual staff awards and celebration party

Your Requirements

As a Waiter/Waitress, your main responsibility is to embody uncompromising hospitality. You'll provide courteous, knowledgeable service to guests, take orders, answer menu questions, upsell our unique offerings, and communicate clearly with the kitchen - all while maintaining a warm, professional presence on the floor.

We'd love you to have:

• Experience working as a Head Waiter/Waitress or Waiter/Waitress in a fast-paced, high-quality environment (this will be tested at trial/interview)
• Excellent English communication skills
• Previous lounge/bar experience and private dining room (PDR) knowledge preferred
• Flexibility with working hours, including late finishes
• Availability to work any 5 days between Monday and Sunday
• A commitment to maintaining standards and following procedures

A deep respect for diversity and individuality

Your Restaurant

SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil, and Peru. Our menus feature a blend of new and signature dishes that emphasize bold flavors, premium ingredients, and artistic presentation. Operated by Sushi Samba Group, we proudly run restaurants in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Dubai, Doha, and Bahrain.