Senior Waiter

Our heart, head and hands play a part in everything we do. By caring about the art of hospitality and perfecting every detail, we work together to uplift the lives of others. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of providing an unrivalled service that is greatly admired.

Kerridge’s Bar & Grill is the first London restaurant by Tom Kerridge and the Hand & Flowers team.

From Marlow we’ve brought much of our produce and inspiration to create wonderful dishes, and a relaxed and unstuffy eye for hospitality. All these have found a home in the extraordinary surroundings of Corinthia London.

If you are passionate about delivering an exquisite service within a 5-star environment, then we would like to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Waiter at Kerridge’s plays a vital role in delivering outstanding service and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for all guests. As a senior member of the front-of-house team, the Senior Waiter is responsible for leading, for example, providing support to junior staff, and overseeing service operations during shifts. This role requires a strong focus on guest satisfaction, attention to detail, and a professional, efficient approach to service delivery.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as a waiter in a high-end or fine dining restaurant.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise a team in a busy restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service, including wine pairings and menu offerings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with guests.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to support and mentor junior staff.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to service.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Luxury hospitality experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong desire to learn and develop a career within luxury hospitality
• Good level of written and spoken English
• Flexibility to work varied hours
• Takes pride in own professional grooming
• Ability and resilience to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Pride and attention to detail in your work
• Confidence & professionalism when interacting with high profile guests
• Experience with POS systems and reservation management platforms.
• Knowledge of wine and fine dining service standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining a high standard of service.

ABOUT CORINTHIA

Corinthia London combines contemporary flair with traditional grandeur. We consider ourselves as London’s elegant, uplifting grand hotel, intelligently designed for modern life. Situated in the heart of London, the hotel features 279 beautiful bedrooms, including 7 penthouses and 55 suites, elegant restaurants, and bars and the largest, most breath-taking multi award-winning spa in London.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

We understand what is important to our colleagues and our benefits offering was tailored with this in mind.

• Highly competitive salary
• 29 paid holidays per annum (inc. bank/public holidays)
• Complimentary dry cleaning of uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Extensive recognition programs and length of service awards
• Season ticket loan

Our focus is supporting your health and wellbeing and giving you more time with your family and friends by offering:

• Access to Employee health and wellbeing programme
• Mental health and wellbeing workshops
• Discounted Salon, Spa, Food and Beverage and accommodation rates
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts across our portfolio of international hotels

We will invest in you the same way you do it with us and provide you with access to:

• Complimentary English classes
• Corinthia inspired gifts for special occasions
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

ELIGIBILITY

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

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