Head Host - The Arding Rooms

The Arding Rooms is x+why's newest private members club in Clapham Junction - a relaxed, stylish space for connection, creativity, and fun!

We are looking for an exceptional Lead Host to be the face of the Club and ensure every member feels warmly welcomed (and extra special!).

About the Role:

As Head Host, you’ll play a vital role in shaping first impressions and creating a seamless experience from the moment our members walk through the door. You’ll manage reservations, juggle seating plans, welcome guests, supervisor our small host team and help ensure the site runs smoothly.

As the link between our members and the wider teams, your people and organisational skills should be through the roof amazing!!

Shifts will mostly be Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm), but with some flexibility to support on evenings and weekends when required.

This is a 35/40 hour week, variable contract with an hourly rate of £15 + service.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Welcome members and their guests with natural warmth and attention
• Manage the reservation system (SevenRooms) and supervisor the host team

Take time to build a genuine relationship with each member

Communicate closely with the floor and kitchen teams

Handle special requests and accommodate member preferences

Support events, private dining, and daily service as needed

Ensure the entrance and host desk are maintained to the highest standard

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a host or front-of-house role within a premium hospitality setting
• A naturally friendly, outgoing and confident communicator
• Impeccable personal presentation
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask
• A calm, helpful approach and genuine care for the member experience
• Comfortable using booking systems, emails and related tech
  
  

Why x+why?

We want you to enjoy coming to work every day. Even on Mondays.

To make sure of this we will provide you with a phenomenal environment - think beautiful design, stunning views, great coffee, and lots of plants! Plus, you’ll be part of our hugely supportive, collaborative team, who although take their members’ experience very seriously, also want to have a little fun along the way.

We truly believe the hospitality industry can offer a rewarding career - so if you love the environment, thrive off the pace and variety, and don't see this as "just a job to fill a gap", then we would absolutely love to hear from you!

What next?

Simply click on the Apply button below and upload your CV.