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MR PORTER LONDON - Head Waiter/Waitress

THE ENTOURAGE GROUP

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking hospitality group as a Head Waiter/Waitress, where your dedication to exceptional customer service will create unforgettable dining experiences. In this fast-paced environment, you'll lead a vibrant team, ensuring that every guest receives the highest standard of service. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for fine dining, you'll thrive in a role that not only values your skills but also offers extensive benefits and opportunities for growth. If you're ready to elevate your career in the culinary world, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holidays including bank holidays
Discretionary Tronc contributions
Company pension contribution
Training schemes
High street and gym membership discount
Staff meal on duty
London bike scheme
Childcare vouchers
25% F&B discount at TEG venues
Birthday off

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Head Waiter or in a shift leader role.
  • Extensive knowledge of fine dining service etiquette and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and lead the wait staff to ensure impeccable service.
  • Coordinate with kitchen and bar teams for smooth service flow.
  • Handle guest inquiries and feedback with professionalism.

Skills

Customer Service
Leadership
Fine Dining Etiquette
Menu Knowledge
Wine Pairing

Education

UK Visa / Work Permit

Job description

The Venue

Known for pushing the boundaries between ‘dinner and sinner’, MR PORTER London brings a concept that artfully merges the quality of a modern steakhouse with the buzz and experience of a chic lounge. Breaking the rules of fine dining, while offering the best culinary experience in town, MR PORTER invites you to a world of sinful delights and beautiful contradictions. MR PORTER is set in the iconic Park Lane Hilton Hotel in Mayfair.

The Job

Our Head Waiters/Waitresses are hardworking, dedicated and strive to deliver the superior level of customer service that we are known for. Our teams have bags of personality and are confident working in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining THE ENTOURAGE GROUP’s high standards. Be a part of THE ENTOURAGE GROUP’s team and create unforgettable gastronomic experiences.

Responsibilities & Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Head Waiter or Shift leader role.
  • Supervise and lead the waiters/waitresses to ensure impeccable service standards.
  • Coordinate with the kitchen and bar teams to guarantee smooth service flow.
  • Guide the team on menu offerings, wine pairings, and service techniques.
  • Handle guest inquiries, special requests, and feedback with professionalism.
  • Uphold MR PORTER's commitment to excellence in every aspect of the dining experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of fine dining service etiquette and standards.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, upscale dining environment.
  • Living in London (flexible with commuting).
  • You have your UK Visa / Work Permit to work in London.
Benefits
  • 28 days holidays including bank holidays.
  • Discretionary Tronc contributions.
  • Competitive salary.
  • 45-hour contract hours.
  • Company pension contribution.
  • Training schemes.
  • High street and gym membership discount.
  • Uniform and safety shoes allowances (for chefs).
  • Staff meal on duty.
  • London bike scheme.
  • London travel loan scheme.
  • After 2 years’ service £250, after 5 years £500.
  • 12 days annual discretionary sick days.
  • Childcare vouchers.
  • £100 annually contribution to your wellbeing.
  • 25% F&B discount at TEG venues.
  • Refer a friend bonus (1000FT & 500PT).
  • Birthday off.
  • Paid moving day.
  • Travel allowance.
  • Free lifestyle coaching.
  • Sircle hotel staff rates.
  • Sircle hotel friends + family rates.
  • Annual in-house experience at Sircle hotel.
  • Hotel merchandise discount at Sircle hotel of 40%.

Interested?
Please apply via the "apply for this job" button below and make sure you fill in our application form.

MR PORTER is a member of The Entourage Group. THE ENTOURAGE GROUP is an unexampled hospitality imperium, creating and building internationally acclaimed concepts.

www.the-entouragegroup.com

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