About the Role
We are looking for a friendly and organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our guests. As a key member of our front-of-house team, you will set the tone for their arrival and help ensure a smooth operation at the restaurant.
Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and ensure they feel valued from arrival.
- Manage reservations and table allocations to support smooth service and efficient turnover.
- Respond to phone and email enquiries promptly and professionally.
- Handle booking amendments, deposits, cancellations and no-shows.
- Monitor upcoming bookings, dietary requirements and special occasions.
- Manage VIPs, regular guests, special requests and complaints confidently.
- Support and train the reception team, delegate tasks and prepare clear handovers.
- Work closely with the front-of-house and kitchen teams to ensure seamless service.
- Assist with reports, guest feedback and general administrative tasks.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a receptionist or in a similar customer service role (approx. 1-2 years).
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a friendly and professional demeanour.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail to manage reservations effectively.
- Proficient in using Opentable, Sevenrooms systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment.
- The legal right to the work in the UK.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Attention to detail
- Opentable
- Sevenrooms
- Microsoft Office applications
Location
- Covent Garden
Work Type
- Full-time
- Evenings
- Weekends
Experience Level
- 1-2 years
Salary/Compensations
- £15.50 – £17.00 per hour
- £36,270 – £40,000 indicative annual earnings (based on a 45-hour week)
Benefits
- Discretionary share of the service charge (tronc)
- 29 days holiday per year including public holidays (pro rata)
- Meals on duty
- Generous staff discount
- Structured training
- Tastings
- Clear progression in a growing group
- Company pension scheme
About the Company
- At Town, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience accentuated by our welcoming atmosphere and professional service.
- Located in the vibrant Covent Garden, we pride ourselves on our sustainable practices and our commitment to using a product-focused approach.
