At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the floor, guide guests through our wine list, and train new staff.
- Company: The Italians, a vibrant wine bar and restaurant in London.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, tips, food discounts, and exclusive wine tastings.
- Other info: Join a small team with high standards and a great atmosphere.
- Why this job: Shape the dining experience and share your passion for Italian food and wine.
- Qualifications: Experience in a senior front of house role and strong wine knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 16 Β£ per hour.
Who we are
The Italians is a wine bar and restaurant in London. Italian food, quality wine, two sites, Charlotte Street and Devonshire Street. Small team, high standards, good atmosphere.
The role
You will run the floor day to day and you will also have genuine freedom to shape how we host, that means how we talk about the wine list, how we train the team, your ideas on service. If you love Italian food and wine and want more than just taking orders, this is for you.
Day to day
- Running service and leading the floor across both sites
- Guiding guests through the wine list with real knowledge, not a script
- Training and supporting new front of house staff
- Managing bookings, covers, and pacing during busy periods
- Working closely with the kitchen to keep service smooth
What we need from you
- Experience as a head waiter, supervisor, or senior front of house role
- Strong wine knowledge, especially Italian and natural wines
- Comfortable running a floor on your own
- Organised under pressure, calm with guests
- Right to work in the UK
What you get
- Competitive hourly rate
- Tips on top, shared fairly
- Discount on food and wine
- Wine tastings and producer evenings
- Real say in how we run service from day one
The wage will be between 14.00 to 16.00 pounds an hour depending...
Head Waiter/waitress employer: The Italians - Wine Food LTD
The Italians is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of London where your passion for Italian food and wine can truly shine. With a small, dedicated team, you will enjoy genuine freedom to influence service standards and training, alongside competitive pay, tips, and unique opportunities like wine tastings. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment that values your input and fosters personal growth.
Contact Details:
The Italians - Wine Food LTD Recruitment Team