receptionist London, England
Job description
The Wolseley is an all-day café-restaurant, serving a wide variety of British and European classics. The Wolseley opened its doors on Piccadilly in 2003 and has since earned its reputation as one of London’s most respected restaurants.
- Group restaurant discount and reduced room rates at Minor Hotels globally
- Reward programmes, long service awards and employee incentives
- Access to mental health counselling sessions, plus legal and financial advice
- Social events and celebrations
- An additional day's holiday for every year for the first five years
- The opportunity to progress as we open new restaurants
The role of Maitre D/Reception Supervisor:
- Supervising the reception desk within our busy classic style restaurant
- Ensuring all guests are acknowledged and greeted warmly upon arrival
- Engaging in conversation with guests and assisting them to their allocated tables
- Managing the flow of the restaurant, including turn times
- Overseeing the duties of the Restaurant Receptionists
- Handling telephone enquiries and bookings
What we’re looking for in a Maitre D/Reception Supervisor:
- Previous experience as a Reception Supervisor or Senior Receptionist
- Is warm and genuine with people, is naturally hospitable and able to engage with anyone
- Is well-presented with an excellent command of English, both verbal and written
- Will be proactive and respond quickly to the needs of guests and colleagues
- Experience of SevenRooms or Open Table would be beneficial
- Holds eligibility to live and work in the UK
The Wolseley Hospitality Group portfolio of restaurants comprises of The Wolseley on Piccadilly, The Delaunay in Aldwych, Brasserie Zédel in Soho, Colbert in Chelsea, Fischer's in Marylebone, Soutine in St John's Wood and Bellanger in Islington. Manzi's in Soho and The Wolseley City are due to open in 2023.
With a commitment to investing in our people and fostering a strong sense of family and mutual respect, you will have opportunities to develop, progress and learn from inspiring leadership teams.
