About the Role
We are looking for an experienced hospitality professional to join our front of house team to help us deliver exceptional experiences for both our members and event guests. This varied role combines front-of-house service at our all-day dining restaurant with event support, playing an important role in creating the warm, welcoming atmosphere The Arding Rooms is known for.
Responsibilities
- Providing friendly, attentive, and professional service to members and guests.
- Taking food and drink orders and serving confidently across restaurant, bar, and event settings.
- Supporting the setup, delivery, and breakdown of private events and functions.
- Maintaining high standards of presentation throughout the venue, including the roof terrace.
- Ensuring all member and guest areas are clean, organised, and ready for service.
- Working closely with colleagues across hospitality and events to deliver seamless experiences.
- Building positive relationships with members to ensure they feel welcomed and at ease.
Requirements
- Has a positive, friendly, and professional approach.
- Genuinely enjoys working with people and thrives in a busy environment.
- Has exceptional people, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Is reliable, organised, and proactive.
- Can adapt confidently between restaurant service, terrace service, and event operations.
- Is flexible and available to work a range of weekday, evening, and weekend shifts.
- Has previous premium hospitality experience.
- All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
- Unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Skills
- People skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Adaptability
Location
- Clapham Junction
Work Type
- Variable contract
- 25/30 hrs per week
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experienced hospitality professional
Salary/Compensations
- £14 per hour + service
About the Company
- The Arding Rooms is an award-winning private members' club and events venue located in the beautifully restored Arding & Hobbs building in the heart of Clapham Junction.
- It offers a welcoming space for members and guests to work, socialise, dine, and celebrate.
- The venue hosts a varied programme of private events and features a stunning roof terrace with panoramic views of London's skyline.
- The Arding Rooms is led by a genuinely hands-on General Manager who supports the team and fosters a welcoming, positive culture.
- The company has built an environment that is welcoming, collaborative, and ambitious, where employees are encouraged to bring their personality to work, learn new skills, and grow in confidence.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and believe diverse perspectives make our community stronger.
