Head Waiter

THE RITZ LONDON OVERVIEW

Located between the bustling Piccadilly and the calm oasis of Green Park, The Ritz London hotel offers the height of opulence with luxurious bedrooms, Michelin star dining and world-renowned Afternoon Tea. At every opportunity, our employees create a positive, memorable, and magical experience for both our customers and colleagues.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team at The Ritz London within the Ritz Restaurant Department as a Head Waiter / Waitress.

As a Head Waiter / Waitress, you must be passionate about and committed to delivering exceptional service to our guests and clients while maintaining The Ritz London’s legendary standards of service. You must ensure you are fully conversant with all menu items, including their ingredients, presentation, accompaniments, and availability. You must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to take guests’ orders, recommend specialities, and upsell where relevant. Working closely with the kitchen, managers, and sommelier team, you must ensure the experience of food, beverage, and service in The Ritz Restaurant remains unparalleled.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Strong administrative skills and computer knowledge
• Relevant experience in a 5-Star or fine dining property
• Awareness of luxury service standards
• Excellent customer service skills
• Possess the ability to work under pressure and have strong organisational skills
• Great command of the English language, both spoken and written
• Display a polite and professional attitude to internal and external guests

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive salary within the luxury London Hotel sector
• Instant reward and recognition scheme
• 28 holidays (including bank holidays)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee discount scheme for Ritz goods and external providers
• Free laundry service for tailored uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Social events and activities
• Season ticket loan
• CODE Hospitality App
• Wellness treatments: massage, chiropody and more
• Pension scheme
• Employee mental health assistance helpline
• Employee Introductory Scheme (£600)
• Training Fund Assistance

Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Due the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 10 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

THE RITZ LONDON OVERVIEW

Located between the bustling Piccadilly and the calm oasis of Green Park, The Ritz London hotel offers the height of opulence with luxurious bedrooms, Michelin star dining and world-renowned Afternoon Tea. At every opportunity, our employees create a positive, memorable, and magical experience for both our customers and colleagues.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team at The Ritz London within the Ritz Restaurant Department as a Head Waiter / Waitress.

As a Head Waiter / Waitress, you must be passionate about and committed to delivering exceptional service to our guests and clients while maintaining The Ritz London’s legendary standards of service. You must ensure you are fully conversant with all menu items, including their ingredients, presentation, accompaniments, and availability. You must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to take guests’ orders, recommend specialities, and upsell where relevant. Working closely with the kitchen, managers, and sommelier team, you must ensure the experience of food, beverage, and service in The Ritz Restaurant remains unparalleled.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Strong administrative skills and computer knowledge
• Relevant experience in a 5-Star or fine dining property
• Awareness of luxury service standards
• Excellent customer service skills
• Possess the ability to work under pressure and have strong organisational skills
• Great command of the English language, both spoken and written
• Display a polite and professional attitude to internal and external guests

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive salary within the luxury London Hotel sector
• Instant reward and recognition scheme
• 28 holidays (including bank holidays)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee discount scheme for Ritz goods and external providers
• Free laundry service for tailored uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Social events and activities
• Season ticket loan
• CODE Hospitality App
• Wellness treatments: massage, chiropody and more
• Pension scheme
• Employee mental health assistance helpline
• Employee Introductory Scheme (£600)
• Training Fund Assistance

Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Due the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 10 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.