Commis Waiter/Waitress

London, England, United Kingdom

6/11/2025

The Ritz London Overview

Located between the bustling Piccadilly and the calm oasis of Green Park, The Ritz London hotel offers the height of opulence with luxurious bedrooms, Michelin star dining and world-renowned Afternoon Tea. At every opportunity, our employees create a positive, memorable, and magical experience for both our customers and colleagues.

Position Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team at The Ritz London within the Ritz Restaurant Department as a Commis Waiter/Waitress.

The ideal candidate will be dedicated to providing outstanding service to our guests while upholding The Ritz London's 5-star luxury standards. As a Commis Waiter/Waitress, you will be responsible for the running of dishes and supporting the Chef De Rang and Head Waiter teams. Duties also involve taking pride in the care of the restaurant, down to the finest and most minute details, including: polishing all silver, china, and glassware before and after each service; counting and separating soiled or damaged linen and preparing fresh linens before each service; ensuring the restaurant is diligently vacuumed before each service; ensuring the coffee, tea, and milk pots are carefully cleaned after each use; and undertaking reasonable requests to support the function of the kitchen and restaurant teams.

Entry Requirements

• Relevant experience in a 5-Star or fine dining property is desirable
• Excellent customer service skills
• Possess the ability to work under pressure and have strong organisational skills
• Good command of the English language, both spoken and written
• Display a polite and professional attitude to internal and external guests
  
  

Our Benefits

• Highly competitive salary within the luxury London Hotel sector
• Instant reward and recognition scheme
• 28 holidays (including bank holidays)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee discount scheme for Ritz goods and external providers
• Free laundry service for tailored uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Social events and activities
• Season ticket loan
• CODE Hospitality App
• Wellness treatments: massage, chiropody and more
• Pension scheme
• Employee mental health assistance helpline
• Employee Introductory Scheme (£600)
• Training Fund Assistance
  
  

Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Due the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 10 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.