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
1. Welcome guests with warmth and confidence, making everyone feel genuinely looked after
2. Manage reservations, walk-ins and waiting lists during service
3. Seat guests and manage the flow of the restaurant to support smooth service
4. Look after the cloakroom and guest arrivals during busy periods
5. Support the floor team by helping set tables, reset sections and assist service when needed
6. Communicate clearly with managers, reservations and the waiting team throughout service
Who You Are
7. Naturally friendly, confident and great with people
8. Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
9. Organised, calm and able to think on your feet
10. A team player who enjoys being part of a buzzing restaurant
11. Passionate about hospitality and creating great first impressions
Our Values
12. Welcome Everyone– We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.
13. Work Hard and Be Nice to People– We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.
14. Hit Hawksmoor Standards– We care deeply about quality and consistency, every day.
15. Keep Evolving– We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.
Benefits
16. 28 days’ holiday (including service charge)
17. Free staff meals on shift + 50% off when dining with friends and family
18. Paid overtime on salaries
19. Income protection & death-in-service cover
20. Paid annual volunteer days
21. Wagestream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
22. Referral bonuses from day one
23. Exclusive savings on travel, shopping & experiences
24. Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks & support
25. 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.