Head Waiter - Coreus by Clare Smyth

Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking
a Head Waiter - Coreus by Clare Smyth  lang="EN-GB">to join the pre-opening team for
this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later
this year. 

This is a unique
opportunity for an experienced luxury hospitality leader to join the founding
team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark
hotel. 

 Located at
the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London –
Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500 sqft
of private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants -
Coreus by Clare Smyth and Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two
of the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy
a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection
of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320
guests. 

Waldorf Astoria
Hotels & Resorts is Hilton’s flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless
elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers
bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world’s most sought-after
destinations. 

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lang="EN-GB">WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT
PLACE TO WORK 2026 
lang="EN-GB">  Proudly voted by our Team
Members 

A World
of Rewards 

• Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while
  on duty 
• Exceptional
  development programmes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every
  stage 
• Opportunities to make
  a meaningful impact through our industry‑leading Corporate Responsibility
  initiatives 
• Team Member
  Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food &
  beverage 
• High street
  savings through Perks at Work 
• lang="EN-GB">28 days’ holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days
  with length of service 

lang="EN-GB">We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate
about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience, consistently
upholding the worldclass service standards recognised
by Forbes. 

What It Takes to Make
the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed
here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion
for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting
with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through
Leadership.

A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense
of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing
urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting
impact.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton,
our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities
we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light
and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing
the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership.

A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense
of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing
urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting
impact.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton,
our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities
we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light
and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing
the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership.

A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense
of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing
urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting
impact.

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
 

 

As a Head Waiter -
Coreus by Clare Smyth, you will curate seamless, refined dining experiences
by delivering service that is intuitive, gracious, and impeccably timed.
You will demonstrate in‑depth knowledge of culinary and beverage offerings while
leading the floor with confidence, precision, and warmth—ensuring every Guest
and Member encounter reflects the highest standards of luxury
hospitality.

Specifically, you will be responsible for
the following:

• Lead,
  mentor, and inspire a team of Waiters and Commis Waiters, serving as the key
  liaison between the culinary brigade and the dining room to ensure flawless
  service execution
• Act as the primary point of contact
  for restaurant enquiries, resolving concerns with discretion and professionalism
  while turning moments into memorable experiences for Guests
  and colleagues
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge
  of menus, ingredients, preparation methods, and product provenance, confidently
  guiding guest choices
• Adhere to established reporting
  and escalation procedures, ensuring operational excellence and risk mitigation
  at all times
• Exemplify Hilton grooming and presentation
  standards, maintaining immaculate uniform, personal hygiene, and professional
  bearing
• Manage incoming calls with courtesy and efficiency,
  accurately recording and relaying messages to the appropriate parties without
  delay
• Maintain expert knowledge of restaurant layouts
  and seating plans to optimise guest flow and comfort
• Ensure
  full compliance with hotel security protocols, fire regulations, and all health,
  safety, and hygiene
  legislation

What are we looking
for?
 

A Head Waiter within
Hilton’s portfolio of luxury brands is a passionate ambassador for exceptional
service, consistently placing Guests at the heart of every decision while
collaborating seamlessly with fellow Team Members.

To succeed
in this role, you will demonstrate the following attributes: