Head Host / Lead Host - Restaurant

Head Host / Lead Host - Mayfair, Central London

Cordelia’s is a exceptional new 80-seater restaurant opening in the heart of Mayfair, built around exceptional produce, open-fire cooking and genuine hospitality.

We’re creating a vibrant dining destination where great food, expertly crafted drinks and memorable guest experiences come together, and we’re looking for a passionate Head Host to join our opening team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the host team and managing guest arrivals
• Overseeing reservations and table allocations
• Delivering a seamless and welcoming guest experience
• Managing guest enquiries and special requests
• Working closely with management to maximise covers and guest satisfaction
• Serving as Guest Relations, you'll confidently handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and empathetically

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a host or guest relations leadership role
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience using reservation systems
• Professional, confident and guest-focused approach

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to shape the guest journey from day one
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits

Benefits

• Holidays: 28 days of annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Shared 15% Service Charge: Your dedication is recognised and rewarded
• Team Meals: Enjoy meals daily and refreshments
• Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and earn rewards
• Employee Assistance Programme: Speak to qualified counsellor who can offer personal support for any practical or emotional challenges you may be facing
• Bright Exchange: Exclusive special offers and discounts across online marketplace across 100s of companies
• Bright HR: Supportive career progression and ongoing training with access to 100s of free CPD training courses
• Company pension scheme
• Uniforms provided and laundered where required

Please Note: You must have the right to work in the UK without corporate sponsorship

Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person