Head Waiter

Aqua Restaurant Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier restaurant group in London is seeking a Head Waiter to oversee service excellence and train the waiting team. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth within a vibrant culinary environment. Join us at one of the UK's tallest buildings and bring your passion for hospitality to life.

Benefits

Discounts at all Aqua venues

Birthday leave

Ongoing training and development

Financial well-being support

Food provided during breaks

Discounted gym membership

Referral bonus of £500

Qualifications

• Supervise and train waiting team to maintain high service standards.
• Oversee dining area operations for smooth guest experiences.
• Eligible to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide exceptional service.
• Share menu knowledge to enhance guest choices.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Join to apply for the Head Waiter role at Aqua Restaurant Group.

Aqua Restaurant Group provided pay range

This range is provided by Aqua Restaurant Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai. At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Head Waiter, you will welcome guests with a smile and a warm greeting, share your knowledge about our menu to help them make the best choices for their stay with us and oversee our waiter team.

Where are we located?

Situated on Level 33 of The Shard, the UK’s tallest building, Hutong delivers an exceptional Northern Chinese dining experience with stunning views of London.

What We Bring To The Table

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks – Restaurant perk
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your Day At Aqua

• Team guidance & training: Supervise and train our waiting team, ensuring high standards of service and professionalism are consistently met. Your team spirit will be essential in fostering a positive and motivated work environment.
• Service excellence: Oversee the dining area to ensure smooth and efficient operations, addressing any issues that arise and ensuring guests have a great stay with us.

You will be paid £12.21 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £5.31 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us! Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.

Apply today as a Head Waiter and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Restaurants