Waiting Staff - London

Company of Cooks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality group seeks experienced Waiting Staff for dynamic front-of-house positions at the Royal Opera House in London. The role involves delivering exceptional service to guests, showcasing deep knowledge of food and drink offerings, and effectively communicating with kitchen and bar teams. A passion for hospitality and strong customer service skills are essential. Opportunities for training and career development along with competitive pay and flexible shifts make this an attractive position.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and career progression

Life assurance scheme

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Eye care

Employee Assistance Programme

Family friendly support

Staff meals on shift

Uniform provided

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a waiter/waitress in a high-end or busy hospitality environment.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Strong customer service skills indicative of creating memorable dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding service to guests with genuine warmth and professionalism.
• Communicate efficiently with kitchen and bar teams for timely orders.
• Handle guest queries, complaints, and feedback with care.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Polished presence with excellent communication skills

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Passion for hospitality

Experience in high-end hospitality

Italian cuisine experience

Flexible availability

Job description

Waiting Staff*

We are *Company of Cooks*, and we believe brilliant food and drink starts with brilliant people.

For over 25 years, we've been part of some of the UK's most loved cultural destinations, from historic palaces and botanical gardens to buzzing galleries and performance spaces, running the caf s, restaurants, bars and events that bring these incredible places to life.

Our values - Craft, Creativity and Community - guide everything we do.

They shape how we work together, how we support our partners, and how we make each guest feel welcome.

If you care about food, people and doing things properly, you'll feel right at home here.

We`re currently seeking experienced and passionate *Waiting Staff to join our dynamic front-of-house team at the beautiful Royal Opera House in London.*

Job Details

• Location : WC2E 9DD*
• Salary : 15- 18.00 per hour, inclusive of service charge, depending on experience, potential overtime available at x1.5 rate
• Working Pattern : 40 hours per week - 5 days out of 7, shifts between 10 : 30am and latest finish midnight (rota basis), flexibility is essential*

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding service to guests with genuine warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Have deep knowledge of the food and drink menu to confidently make recommendations
• Communicate efficiently with kitchen and bar teams to ensure timely and accurate orders
• Maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming environment at all times
• Handle guest queries, complaints, and feedback with professionalism and care
• Support team members during busy service periods to ensure smooth operations

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a waiter / waitress in a high-end or busy hospitality environment (Italian cuisine experience is a plus)
• A positive, can-do attitude with a genuine passion for hospitality
• Strong customer service skills and a desire to create memorable dining experiences
• A confident, polished presence with excellent communication skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage multiple tables at once
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Right to work in the UK

What's in it for you?

Working with *Company of Cooks* has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression in a growing hospitality group
• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Access to Healthcare Support App which includes *Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion*
• Family friendly support
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• Volunteering days
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards*
• Equal opportunity for full-time or part-time roles
• Share of service charge / tips*
• Staff meals on shift
• Uniform provided
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers
• Join us at Cicoria by Angela Hartnett and become part of a team that celebrates food, hospitality, and excellence every day.*