Waiter/Waitress/Chef de Rang - Jermyn Street, London

Wiltons; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious dining establishment in the heart of London, where tradition meets modern service. As a Waiter/Waitress/Chef de Rang, you will be part of a dedicated team that prides itself on delivering exceptional customer experiences. With flexible shifts and a competitive salary, this role offers opportunities for growth and development in a renowned venue. Enjoy perks like discounts at sister restaurants, a company pension scheme, and delicious meals while on duty. If you have a passion for fine dining and a commitment to excellence, this is your chance to shine in a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

28 days holidays

50% discount in restaurants

Company pension scheme

Sickness pay

Uniforms provided

Meals on duty

Employee of the month rewards

Annual staff party

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced establishment catering for 80 to 100 covers.
• Good general knowledge of British cuisine and wine styles.

Responsibilities

• Serve and clear tables efficiently for up to 4 guests.
• Anticipate guest needs and improve sales opportunities.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Knowledge of British Cuisine

Wine and Spirits Knowledge

Sales Improvement Awareness

Motivation and Commitment

Can-Do Attitude

Point of Sale Software Knowledge

WSET Certification

Tools

Point of Sale Software (Squirrel)

Job description

Waiter/Waitress/Chef de Rang - Jermyn Street, London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced full-time Waiter/Waitress/Chef de Rang to join House Manager Michael Stokes and our Front of House team at Wiltons on Jermyn Street, Green Park.

Why join the Wiltons team?

- Offering approx £16.25 to £18.25 per hour or£38,000 to £42,500 per annum plus yearly bonus

- Approx. 45 hours a week Monday to Saturday with 2 days off per week - flexible shifts

- The restaurant is closed on Saturday lunches, Sundays, 10 days over Christmas, 4 days over the Easter weekend and Bank holidays

- 28 days holidays (inc. bank holidays) + additional days given for years of service

- Training & development opportunities including company funded courses

- Career progression planning with platform 'Flow Hospitality'

- Growth opportunities within both restaurants in the company

- 50% discount in each restaurant within the group (Franco's and Wiltons)

- Company pension scheme

- Company sickness pay

- Uniforms provided and laundered

- Delicious meals whilst on duty

- Recommend a friend Scheme

- Employee of the month and the year rewards

- Annual staff party

Who are we?

Since Wiltons was established in 1742, it has consistently enjoyed a reputation as the epitome of fine British dining in London. Located on Jermyn Street between Green Park and Piccadilly, Wiltons is a family-owned restaurant with a sister venue: Franco's also on Jermyn Street. Both are managed by Director Jason Phillips who has worked at the Savoy, the Avenue and C London.

Wiltons combines a modern philosophy on service with all that is traditionally British to create the perfect dining experience. The atmosphere is perfectly matched with the immaculately prepared wild fish, shellfish, and game in season and meat dishes sourced from the finest farms.

The restaurant compromises of a bar area, a main dining room divided in 3 sections and a Private Dining room named the Jimmy Mark's Room that can also be used as additional seating for the restaurant. Wiltons is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday and dinner on Saturdays.

What can you bring to the team?

- Previous experience in a similar, fast-paced establishment, catering for 80 to 100 covers during each service

- Will have a good general knowledge of British cuisine

- A good knowledge of the different grape varieties and wine styles, spirits and classic cocktails

- Being able to recommend dishes based on the information provided by the guest

- Able to serve and clear a table up to 4 people

- Have experience and a good awareness of opportunities to improving sales and an ability to anticipate guest needs

- Exceptional customer service and communication skills

- Motivation, commitment, success orientated with a 'can do' attitude

- Knowledge & diversity from previous roles to the team

- Enthusiasm, drive & desire to learn

- Knowledge of Point of Sale software Squirrel would be beneficial

- WSET certification or equivalent would be beneficial

Right to work in the UK is a requirement. Please note we are currently unable to provide sponsorship for the moment.

Note that offering quoted reflects the National Minimum Wage increase as of 1st April 2025 and is for age bracket 21 years old and over.

Applications without a CV will not be considered. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, your application is unlikely to have been successful on this occasion.