Waiter/ Waitress - Soho Farmhouse (Seasonal) at Soho House & Co.

Chipping Norton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Order Taking, Menu Recommendation, Table Service, Payment Processing, Discretion, Professionalism, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Attention To Detail, High-End Dining Experience

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Join us for the summer on our Lazy Lawn! This is a seasonal role offered on a fixed-term contract through to September. The Role… At Soho House, a Waiter plays an essential role in delivering refined, attentive, and personalised service to our members and guests. Working closely with the floor and kitchen teams, you are responsible for ensuring a smooth dining experience while reflecting the Club’s standards of professionalism, discretion, and excellence. Your main responsibility is to ensure that members have an enjoyable experience. You will deliver excellent service from initial greeting, taking orders, making recommendations and paying of the bill. What's in it for you? Weekly Pay Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs Soho Friends Membership 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week Staff Room Rates Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents) Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents) Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice. Free Counselling Sessions Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate. Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to. Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career Key duties… Warmly greet members, introduce menus, and ensure immediate engagement upon seating. Take accurate food and drink orders, accommodating any allergies or dietary needs. Deliver a seamless service by coordinating with kitchen and bar staff, ensuring timely and correct order delivery. Provide knowledgeable recommendations on menu items, including food and drink pairings. Maintain exceptional table service—top up water, wine, and beverages proactively throughout the member’s stay. Ensure a pristine environment, including setting up and resetting tables, and maintaining cleanliness at all times. Handle member requests and special accommodations with flexibility to create memorable, personalized experiences. Support seamless payment through card, the Soho House App, or House Pay. Uphold discretion and professionalism, especially when serving VIPs and PWKs. Contribute to team success, attending briefings, tastings, and assisting colleagues where needed. What we are looking for... 2–3 years in a similar high-end dining environment. Thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and maintain calm, through quickly and effectively problem solving under pressure Must be hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service and respectful towards colleagues and guests Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences. Pay Range £15—£15 GBP

Responsibilities

The Waiter/Waitress is responsible for delivering refined, attentive, and personalized service to members and guests, ensuring a smooth dining experience from greeting to bill payment. Key duties include warmly greeting members, taking accurate orders while accommodating dietary needs, providing knowledgeable recommendations, and maintaining exceptional table service.