Host

Restaurant Host

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have raised over £1 million for Action Against Hunger — all while being recognised as one of the Best Companies to work for, year after year.

As a Host at Hawksmoor, you’ll be the first face our guests see and the tone-setter for their entire experience. This is a warm, active role at the heart of the restaurant — welcoming guests, managing the flow of service, and supporting the floor team to keep everything running smoothly. It’s not a desk job: you’ll be on your feet, interacting with guests and working closely with the team throughout service.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome guests with warmth and confidence, making everyone feel genuinely looked after
  
• Manage reservations, walk-ins and waiting lists during service
  
• Seat guests and manage the flow of the restaurant to support smooth service
  
• Look after the cloakroom and guest arrivals during busy periods
  
• Support the floor team by helping set tables, reset sections and assist service when needed
  
• Communicate clearly with managers, reservations and the waiting team throughout service
  

Who You Are

• Naturally friendly, confident and great with people
  
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
  
• Organised, calm and able to think on your feet
  
• A team player who enjoys being part of a buzzing restaurant
  
• Passionate about hospitality and creating great first impressions
  

Our Values

• Welcome Everyone – We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.
  
• Work Hard and Be Nice to People – We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.
  
• Hit Hawksmoor Standards – We care deeply about quality and consistency, every day.
  
• Keep Evolving – We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.
  

Benefits

• 28 days’ holiday (including service charge)
  
• Free staff meals on shift + 50% off when dining with friends and family
  
• Paid overtime on salaries
  
• Income protection & death-in-service cover
  
• Paid annual volunteer days
  
• Wagestream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
  
• Referral bonuses from day one
  
• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping & experiences
  
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks & support
  
• Full training and development, including Food Safety, H&S and progression opportunities
  

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, please apply anyway — you might be exactly who we’re looking for.