About the Role
As a Head Waiter at Soho House, you will play an essential role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will oversee service operations, guide the front-of-house team, and maintain the high standards of the club.
Responsibilities
- Warmly greet members and ensure immediate engagement upon seating.
- Take accurate food and drink orders while accommodating dietary needs.
- Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely and correct order delivery.
- Provide knowledgeable recommendations on menu items and pairings.
- Maintain proactive table service including water and wine top-ups.
- Ensure a pristine environment through proper table setup and cleanliness.
- Handle member requests with flexibility to create personalized experiences.
- Process payments via card, the Soho House App, or House Pay.
- Uphold discretion and professionalism when serving VIPs and PWKs.
- Lead and supervise daily service on the restaurant floor.
- Support and motivate waitstaff through training, coaching, and feedback.
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience in a high-end dining environment.
- Previous experience in a supervisory or senior waiter position.
- Excellent food and beverage knowledge, including wine service.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Confident, polished, and professional demeanour.
- Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
- Familiarity with POS systems and reservation software.
Skills
- Leadership and team supervision
- High-end dining service
- Wine service
- POS systems
- Reservation software
- Communication
- Organisation
Experience Level
- 2–3 years
Salary/Compensations
- £17.50—£17.50 GBP
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Team meal whilst on shift
- Soho Friends Membership
- 50% Team discount on Food & Drink
- Staff Room Rates
- Health Cash Plan with dependent options
- Dental Plan with dependent options
- Birthday Day Off after 1 year of service
- Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
- 2 days paid leave per year for charity support
- Free Counselling Sessions
- Cookhouse & House Tonic training programmes
- Continuous professional and personal development training
- Monthly team events including fitness, cinema, and art classes
About the Company
- Soho House is a private members' club offering competitive compensation and global benefits.
