Head Waiter / Waitress

JKS Restaurants; London, Chiswick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

The Hound is seeking a Waiter to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable, and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Waiter looking for a new role in an award-winning, critically acclaimed group.

The Hound is the third opening from JKS & Dom Jacobs on Chiswick High Road, West London, following the success of The Cadogan Arms and The George. A modern-day coaching inn built within the walls of a Victorian police station, it is now the perfect stop for a pint, a meal, or a bed for the night. Headed up by Managing Director Dom Jacobs, with food by Culinary Director James Knappett, the menu focuses on simply prepared British produce, celebrating the provenance of locally sourced fish, meat, and fresh vegetables, as well as sharing roasts on Sunday. Drinks range from cocktails to a carefully curated wine list and a comprehensive beer list.

The ideal Waiter/Waitress will have:

1. Previous experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a high-end, fine dining restaurant.
2. Passion for delivering exceptional guest experience.
3. A keen interest in British cuisine, with a desire to learn and develop with us.
4. Excellent attention to detail and a highly personable nature.

BENEFITS & CULTURE

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognize the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance, and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

1. Treat Yourself: Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants, Retail & Takeaway Discounts, Code App Membership.
2. Look After Yourself: Discounted Gym Membership, Company Donations for your involvement with Charities, Employee Assistance Program, Access to Financial Advice, Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions.
3. Progress Yourself: Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar, a personalized learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge, career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.
4. Be Yourself: Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral, staff parties & long service awards.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Tuesday
Salary: £12 – £15 hourly
Starting time: Immediate start!

About JKS Restaurants:
JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within a casual trend-focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people-focused environment.