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Head Host - 180 House, Central London

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Responsibilities

  • At Soho House, a

Head Host

  • in creating exceptional first impressions and ensuring a smooth, seamless experience for members and their guests.
  • Your main responsibility is to lead the host team in managing reservations, welcoming arrivals, and coordinating seating to maximise guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. With a warm, professional, and proactive approach, you’ll set the tone for service and support the wider Front of House team in delivering world-class hospitality
  • Welcome every member by name and guest with open arms and in a hospitable manner.
  • Respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly and efficient manner.
  • Manage the Opera/OpenTable booking system to ensure members are seated according to their correct booking.
  • Lead, train, and mentor the host/hostess team to deliver consistently high service standards.
  • Create and manage daily floor plans and coordinate with waitstaff and managers for seamless service.
  • Support the development of junior team members with coaching and on-the-job training.
  • Ensure grooming, conduct, and service standards are always upheld.
  • Resolve member complaints, handling all member interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism.
  • Uphold discretion and professionalism, especially when serving VIPs and PWKs.
  • Contribute to team success, attending briefings, tastings, and assisting colleagues where needed.
  • What we are looking for...

Requirements

  • 2 - 3 years’ previous experience as a Senior Host/Head Host in a luxury hospitality, fine dining, or private members’ club environment.
  • Proven leadership and team development skills.
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking abilities.
  • Strong knowledge of reservations and booking systems.
  • Natural warmth, professionalism, and an eye for detail.
  • Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School
  • Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed
  • Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously

Pay

  • The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences.
  • £17.50
  • £17.50 GBP

Benefits

  • Weekly Pay
  • Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs
  • Soho Friends Membership
  • 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week

Staff Room Rates

  • Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents)
  • Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents)

Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service

  • Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
  • In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
  • Free Counselling Sessions
  • Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.

Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally

  • Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
  • Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career