Full time experienced Waiting Staff Lantana Old Queen Street Westminster 14.90

Lantana Limited; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant company is seeking a proactive Administrative Assistant to support their catering team. This full-time role involves managing communications, coordinating events, and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a tech-savvy mindset.

Benefits

FREE NUTRICIOUS FOOD & DRINK ON SHIFT

50% TEAM, FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNT

CODE APP SUBSCRIPTION

CURATED CAREER DEVELOPMENT & CRAFT SKILLS TRAINING

EXTRA DAY HOLIDAY ON YOUR BIRTHDAY

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience, preferably in catering, hospitality, or events.
• Familiarity with food safety practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to chefs and kitchen staff.
• Assisting with event planning logistics and client communication.
• Managing emails, calls, and other communications.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Tech-Savvy

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

POS Systems

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Benefits and Perks

• FREE NUTRICIOUS FOOD & DRINK ON SHIFT
• 50% TEAM, FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNT
• CODE APP SUBSCRIPTION
• CURATED CAREER DEVELOPMENT & CRAFT SKILLS TRAINING
• ALL SITES CLOSE FOR FAMOUS TEAM PARTIES
• TEAM ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME
• EXTRA DAY HOLIDAY ON YOUR BIRTHDAY (OR THE DAY AFTER!)

Position Details

London • 33-35k depending on experience • Full time

About the Role

Lantana is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic catering team. The ideal candidate will have experience in events, strong administrative and organizational skills, and a tech-savvy mindset. This full-time, salaried role involves supporting our operations team with daily administrative tasks, coordinating events, and ensuring smooth back-office operations. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities

1. Providing administrative support to chefs and kitchen staff, including menu updates, recipe documentation, and order tracking.
2. Assisting with event planning logistics such as client communication, venue coordination, and schedule management.
3. Managing emails, calls, and other communications on behalf of the catering team.
4. Maintaining and updating spreadsheets, calendars, and digital filing systems.
5. Preparing quotes, invoices, and other client-facing documents.
6. Supporting onboarding of casual staff or freelancers for events.
7. Using software tools (e.g., Excel, Google Workspace, scheduling apps, POS systems) to streamline operations.
8. Taking initiative to learn internal systems and suggest improvements.

Minimum Requirements

1. Previous administrative experience, preferably in catering, hospitality, or events.
2. Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
3. Familiarity with food safety practices or commercial kitchen operations (a plus, not required).
4. Tech-savvy with experience using digital tools and a willingness to learn new platforms.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Ability to work collaboratively with chefs, event coordinators, and operations staff.
7. Flexibility to support occasional on-site events or last-minute requests.
8. A proactive attitude and a desire to grow within the role.

What We Offer

• Skills development for your future career, with us or elsewhere
• Team meals from the menu
• Extra day off on your birthday (or the day after)
• Annual CODE app subscription
• 50% discount at our restaurants
• Enrollment in the Hospitality Action Support Group
• Celebrations at team parties at least twice a year

You must have proof of right to work in the UK.

Lantana values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Please let us know if we can support you in any specific ways during the application process.

Who Are We?

Founded 15 years ago by Australian expats passionate about London, Lantana brings the vibrant Australian café culture to the city. Known for serving the first Aussie brunch in London, we pride ourselves on using fresh, natural ingredients in a relaxed setting that feels like a little piece of Australia in the heart of London.