Chef de rang M/F - Experimental Roma

Hospitaliti; Roma; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Mobility across locations

Venue discounts

Job summary

Experimental Roma in Rome is seeking a Head Waiter who will organize the dining room setup, ensure an exceptional guest experience, and advise guests with menu knowledge. You will manage your section, take and fulfill orders, and maintain high standards of service and cleanliness.

Experience as a Head Waiter or in a similar role is required. You should communicate effectively in Italian and English, and be available for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Micros systems knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Waiter or in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of the menu and products.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Organize the setup of service areas and dining room.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience.
• Advise guests with menu knowledge.
• Take orders, set tables, clear and reset as needed.
• Manage assigned section: replenish bread/beverages, keep tables clean.
• Perform end-of-service tasks: cleaning and preparation for next service.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of all service areas.
• Adhere to aesthetic standards defined by management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team spirit

Attention to detail

Bilingual Italian/English

Tools

Micros POS

Job description

Experimental is hiring through Hosco in Rome.

ABOUT US

Famous for introducing cocktail bar culture to Paris in 2007, Experimental redefined hospitality with innovative cocktail bars and boutique hotels across Europe and beyond.Over the years, destinations have expanded from major European capitals such as Rome, Paris, and London to more seasonal locations like Comporta, Ibiza, or Menorca in the summer, and the ski resorts of Verbier and Val d’Isère in the winter.The group also operates venues in Porto, Venice, New York, Biarritz, and the Cotswolds.Each of our unique destinations blends design, creativity, and exceptional service, with exciting new openings on the horizon.

ABOUT EXPERIMENTAL ROMA

Opening in October 2026 on Via Ludovisi, just off the legendary Via Veneto, Experimental Roma will be a vibrant and cinematic new destination from Experimental.

Housed in a former bank, the hotel has been transformed by interior designer Rodolphe Parente into a space that embodies the essence of la dolce vita : elegant, timeless, and irresistibly Italian.

The property will feature 82 rooms, a restaurant, a bar, and a spectacular rooftop with a suspended pool offering breathtaking views over the magnificent cityscape of Rome.

Join Experimental and be part of an opening where creativity, passion, and the joy of hospitality come together on the Roman scene.

ABOUT THE JOB

Under the supervision of the Restaurant Manager and their assistants, you will be responsible for:

• Organizing the setup of the service areas and dining room
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience
• Advising guests with your excellent knowledge of the menu and products
• Performing service according to professional standards: taking orders, setting up tables according to the orders, clearing, and resetting
• Managing your assigned section: replenishing bread and beverages, keeping tables orderly and clean to ensure a pleasant dining experience
• Performing end-of-service tasks: cleaning, organizing, and preparing for the next service
• Ensuring all areas are maintained in optimal condition (cleanliness, maintenance, and functionality)
• Following and respecting aesthetic standards defined by management (grooming, table setup)

ABOUT YOU

You have proven experience as a Head Waiter or in a similar role. You have an excellent professional appearance, and you are dynamic and motivated.

You possess strong organizational skills, work efficiently, and demonstrate a good team spirit and interpersonal ease. You are attentive to detail and responsive to guest needs.

Knowledge of Micros systems is a plus.

You are available to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

You communicate easily with both teams and guests, using appropriate and professional communication skills in Italian and English.

Experience Hospitality, the Experimental Way !

Throughout your journey with us, you’ll be immersed in a stimulating and innovative environment.

You’ll join a dynamic group and grow alongside a diverse team of passionate professionals and recognized experts.

Whether it’s your first role or a new career opportunity, we take pride in recruiting, developing, and retaining the most motivated and talented individuals from all backgrounds and skill sets.

Here’s what we offer:

• Training and career development opportunities
• Mobility possibilities across France, Italy, Switzerland, the US, the Balearic Islands, and more
• Attractive discounts across all our venues (cocktail bars, wine bars, and restaurants)

#experimentalrecruteExperience in the hospitality industry is preferred.Please see the full vacancy for the benefits offered by Experimental.