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We are looking for a talented and passionate Commis Waiter/Waitress to join a fantastic team at The Lanesborough Grill.
The Lanesborough Grill
Our reimagined flagship restaurant is home to Executive Chef Shay Cooper’s modern and innovative British cookery, with a focus on seasonal produce from around the country. A richly decorated dining room, naturally illuminated during the day by a domed glass roof while seductively aglow under softly lit chandeliers in the evening, The Lanesborough Grill offers a truly memorable dining experience.
The Lanesborough
Awarded No. 1 Hotel in London in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, on the doorstep of Hyde Park, just a short walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and London’s most exclusive shopping district; Sloane Street and Knightsbridge, this grand luxury mansion has undergone an inspired renovation by the famed interior designer Alberto Pinto. The hotel is home to 93 luxurious suites and bedrooms, modern British dining at The Lanesborough Grill, the vibrant Library Bar and Garden Room and the magnificent Lanesborough Club & Spa.
Oetker Collection
Masterpiece Hotels
Oetker Collection hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872.
Job description
As a Commis Waiter/Waitress you will provide an exceptional guest service experience. You will be an excellent communicator and take a hands-on approach to your role. You will have a real passion for food and wine, enabling you to up sell and promote the items by your personal knowledge from the menu. You will be a team player to ensure that your team create a memorable experience for our guests.
Key Requirements
The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
- Experience in a similar role within a fine dining restaurant in a luxury establishment is essential and experience within a Michelin star restaurant is preferable
- Excellent command of the English language and a second language would be preferred
- Immaculate grooming standards.
- Preferably excellent knowledge of wine & food pairing.
- Show drive and passion for Excellent Customer Service
- Please note this role requires an element of manual handling
In return
We offer fantastic industry leading rewards and benefits (Conditions apply):
- Private Medical Insurance
- Dental and Optical Benefits
- Meals on Duty
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- Seasonal Ticket Loan
- Lanesborough Wellbeing Initiatives
- Cycle Scheme
- Dry Cleaning
- Social Committee Activities
- Discounts on food, drinks and beauty services around Victoria area
Recognition and career development
- Referral Scheme where you can Recommend a friend and earn money
- Award programmes throughout the year with generous prizes
- Long service awards
- Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
- Training and development opportunities with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth
*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
