Head Waiter

RUNA; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RUNA, a new fine dining restaurant in Stockholm, seeks a passionate Head Waiter to lead service and mentor junior staff. You'll run your own station, engage with guests, and contribute to wine service. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a quality restaurant, a strong interest in wine, and exceptional communication skills in both Swedish and English. Join us to grow your career in a collaborative team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Waiter or similar role in a quality-focused restaurant.
• Fluent in Swedish and English.
• Strong interest in wine; sommelier or WSET studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Run your own station and secure excellent service.
• Support the Hovmästare in coordinating service.
• Present dishes and explain the menu.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Job description

About RUNA

RUNA is a new casual fine dining restaurant in central Stockholm, where Nordic precision meets Peruvian soul. We deliver warm, narrative-driven service with a high level of professionalism.

About the Role

As Head Waiter, you are a key ambassador of RUNA on the floor. You lead by example in service, support the Hovmästare in supervising the team, and ensure guests are guided through their experience with confidence and warmth.

Sommelier training, wine certifications, or strong wine experience are highly meritorious, as you will actively contribute to our wine service and sales.

Our Culture – Passion Over a Golden CV

At RUNA, passion matters more than a perfect CV. We look for people who want to build something with us, grow in their careers, and treat the restaurant as if it were their own. We are not interested in constant staff rotation – we invest in people who want to invest in us.

We work as one team without big egos. Everyone’s voice is heard, and we expect ideas, feedback, and contributions from all colleagues. You don’t just work for us – you work with us, and you are part of shaping what RUNA becomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Run your own station and secure excellent service from welcome to farewell.

• Support the Hovmästare in coordinating service and mentoring junior staff.

• Present dishes, explain the menu, and tell the story behind RUNA.

• Recommend wine and beverage pairings and support wine service at the table.

• Handle payments, bookings, and guest information with accuracy and care.

• Help manage opening and closing routines in the dining room.

• Handle guest feedback and service recovery where needed.

Who You Are

• Experience as Head Waiter, Senior Server, or similar in a quality-focused restaurant.

• Confident in carrying a section and handling demanding service.

• Strong interest in wine and beverages; sommelier or WSET studies are a strong plus.

• Warm, attentive, and professional communication style.

• Naturally supportive of colleagues – you lead through example, not ego.

• Looking for a place to stay, grow, and help shape the guest experience over time.

• Structured, reliable, and comfortable taking responsibility.

• Fluent in Swedish and English.

Practical Information

• Full-time position with evening and weekend work.

• Reports to the Hovmästare / Head of Service.

• Competitive salary based on experience plus tips.