Head Waiter/Waitress - Berners Tavern

Job description

The London EDITION is looking for its next Head Waiter or Head Waitress!

Would you like a job that gives you...

·  £500 joining bonus
·  Late night/early morning taxi contribution up to £20
·  Discounted accommodation in over 9,000 hotels all over the world. Yes, 9,000!
·  £5 breakfast when staying in most of our European hotels
·  Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars
·  Discounts for your friends and family
·  Up to £500 refer-a-friend bonus
·  Wellness and mental health programmes
·  World class training and development, including leadership development and WSET
·  Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally)
·  Half price cinema tickets
·  Specially curated discounts in thousands of shops
·  Amazing staff parties
·  ...and much more

Are you looking for a place to work that inspires you, challenges you and makes you proud to come to work? A place where service comes from the heart, not from a handbook? A place that delivers a never-ending theatrical performance that continuously delights and enchants each and every one of our guests?

We are looking for a passionate, dedicated and service-oriented Head Waiter or Head Waitress to join the team at the award-winning restaurant Berners Tavern in The London EDITION hotel.

This gastronomic gem under the direction of Executive Chef Jason Atherton boasts 140 covers, serving guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Berners Tavern is located in central London's Fitzrovia at The London EDITION. We bring together, in a delicate balancing act, the integrity and character of a historic building with a simple, sophisticated design sensibility, creating a seamless blend of charisma and ease.

As Head Waiter or Head Waitress you will:

·  Thrive off a busy service
·  Take charge of a section in the restaurant: taking orders, making recommendations and processing payments
·  Lead the Chef de Rang and Commis Waiters
·  Have an in-depth knowledge of food, drink and allergens
·  Communicate clearly with management and the Kitchen
·  Take responsibility for ensuring a seamless guest experience

Our most successful Head Waiter or Head Waitress is someone who:

·  Understands the impact of their job in the overall guest experience
·  Is a team player
·  Takes pride in delivering sophisticated, personalised service
·  Is a great communicator
·  Has fun while doing their job

If this sounds like the perfect place for you, apply to be our next Head Waiter or Head Waitress today!

* Joining bonus only applicable if employee passes three months probation and are not on their leave of notice – terms and conditions.*

EDITION is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law

EDITION Hotels combine the visionary genius of boutique hotelier Ian Schrager, the service delivery of a world-class luxury hotel, and the global reach of Marriott International to create an entirely new experience in the world of hospitality. EDITION delivers the best of both worlds in a delicate balancing act – polish with personality, perfectionism with individualism, and comfort with charisma and charm. The brand targets sophisticated, knowledgeable consumers who understand quality, originality, design, and service excellence, but who want it without limitations – breaking the bounds of convention and demanding an attitude and a feeling wrapped in a package that showcases the exceptional.

But to create this magical experience, we need you. We are looking for outgoing, authentically amazing people who are looking for a place to work that inspires them, challenges them and makes them proud to come to work. A place where service comes from the heart, not from a handbook. A place that delivers a never-ending theatrical performance that continuously delights and enchants each and every one of our guests.

We invite you to join us today. In joining EDITION, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.