At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome guests, take orders, and ensure a fantastic dining experience.
- Company: Ottolenghi, a vibrant restaurant known for its bold flavours and energetic atmosphere.
- Benefits: 28 days annual leave, delicious staff meals, health support, and referral bonuses.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and create memorable experiences for food lovers.
- Qualifications: Previous hospitality experience and a love for food and guest service.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
At Ottolenghi, we’re known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people.
We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest.
NOPI is Ottolenghi's sophisticated Soho restaurant, renowned for its bold, Middle Eastern-influenced flavours and elegant, all-day dining experience.
Since opening in 2011, NOPI has been a landmark destination for food lovers in the heart of London.
What you’ll do Welcome and seat guests, ensuring they feel looked after from the moment they arrive.
Take food and drink orders accurately and with genuine knowledge of the menu.
Serve food and beverages with care, attention to detail, and great timing.
Build rapport with guests and respond to their needs proactively.
Maintain the dining room to a high standard throughout service.
Collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service flow.
Handle guest queries and feedback with professionalism and warmth.
Support the wider front-of-house team and pitch in wherever needed.
What we’re looking for Previous experience as a waiter or in front-of-house hospitality.
A genuine passion for food, drink, and creating great guest experiences.
A warm, confident communicator who thrives in a team environment.
Key skills Excellent knowledge of food and drink service.
Attentive, calm, and professional under pressure.
A genuine love of hospitality and making guests feel welcome.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Well-organised with excellent attention to detail.
Comfortable using relevant IT systems.
Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset.
A genuine passion for food, drink, and guest experience and continuous improvement.
What’s in it for you? 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts Refer a
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- Bonus: £500 for each successful referral Learning
Waiter employer: NOPI by Ottolenghi
At NOPI, part of the esteemed Ottolenghi group, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that celebrates creativity and collaboration. As a Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to grow your culinary skills in a dynamic environment, working with seasonal British ingredients while being inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours. Our commitment to employee development and a supportive team atmosphere makes NOPI an exceptional place to build a rewarding career in the culinary arts.
