Sale e Pepe Mare is seeking an experienced and polished Head Waiter/Waitress to join our opening team in early 2026. As a senior member of the service team, you will ensure that every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience while supporting the floor team with guidance, training, and leadership. You will combine efficiency with charm, creating memorable moments that reflect the quality of our restaurant.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional with a passion for service excellence to be part of one of London’s most anticipated new restaurant openings.

About Us

Thesleff Group is a growing hospitality group with a collection of standout venues including Los Mochis, Sale e Pepe, Viajante87, Juno Omakase, and Luna Omakase. We are known for combining innovative food, stylish design, and genuine hospitality. Sale e Pepe Mare will bring the celebrated spirit of our Knightsbridge institution to a new setting, blending classic Italian hospitality with modern energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding table service, consistently exceeding guest expectations.
• Guide and support the waiter team on the floor, ensuring smooth, coordinated service.
• Provide menu and wine recommendations with confidence and knowledge.
• Build rapport with guests, anticipating needs and addressing requests with professionalism.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior staff to uphold the restaurant’s high standards.
• Work closely with management and the kitchen team to ensure seamless communication.
• Uphold the venue’s service procedures, policies, and presentation standards.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Study support scheme.
• Complimentary meals while on duty.
• 50% staff discount when dining with family & friends.
• People-focused, supportive workplace culture.
• Excellent career development opportunities across the expanding Thesleff Group.

Requirements / Skills

• Proven experience as a Head Waiter/Waitress in a premium, high-volume restaurant.
• Strong food and wine knowledge with the confidence to upsell and recommend pairings.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and support a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A guest-first mindset and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Professional appearance and impeccable presentation standards.

Thesleff Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.

Sale e Pepe Mare is seeking an experienced and polished Head Waiter/Waitress to join our opening team in early 2026. As a senior member of the service team, you will ensure that every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience while supporting the floor team with guidance, training, and leadership. You will combine efficiency with charm, creating memorable moments that reflect the quality of our restaurant.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional with a passion for service excellence to be part of one of London’s most anticipated new restaurant openings.

About Us

Thesleff Group is a growing hospitality group with a collection of standout venues including Los Mochis, Sale e Pepe, Viajante87, Juno Omakase, and Luna Omakase. We are known for combining innovative food, stylish design, and genuine hospitality. Sale e Pepe Mare will bring the celebrated spirit of our Knightsbridge institution to a new setting, blending classic Italian hospitality with modern energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding table service, consistently exceeding guest expectations.
• Guide and support the waiter team on the floor, ensuring smooth, coordinated service.
• Provide menu and wine recommendations with confidence and knowledge.
• Build rapport with guests, anticipating needs and addressing requests with professionalism.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior staff to uphold the restaurant’s high standards.
• Work closely with management and the kitchen team to ensure seamless communication.
• Uphold the venue’s service procedures, policies, and presentation standards.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Study support scheme.
• Complimentary meals while on duty.
• 50% staff discount when dining with family & friends.
• People-focused, supportive workplace culture.
• Excellent career development opportunities across the expanding Thesleff Group.

Requirements / Skills

• Proven experience as a Head Waiter/Waitress in a premium, high-volume restaurant.
• Strong food and wine knowledge with the confidence to upsell and recommend pairings.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and support a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A guest-first mindset and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Professional appearance and impeccable presentation standards.

Thesleff Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.