Head Host

Our heart, head and hands play a part in everything we do. By caring about the art of hospitality and perfecting every detail, we work together to uplift the lives of others. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of providing an unrivalled service that is greatly admired.

If you are passionate about delivering an exquisite service within a 5-star environment, then we would like to hear from you.

The Northall Head Host is responsible for overseeing the guest experience from the moment they arrive at the restaurant, ensuring a warm, welcoming, and seamless entry for all guests. This role is vital in ensuring that the front-of-house operations run smoothly, managing the host team, and delivering an exceptional level of service in line with our luxury hospitality standards. Head Host will embody our core values of heart, head, and hands while providing excellent guest service.

• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role in a luxury hospitality or restaurant environment, ideally with front-of-house responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of guest service standards and hospitality operations, particularly in guest reception and seating.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with both guests and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, particularly during busy periods.
• Experience in managing reservations and guest feedback, with a focus on creating memorable dining experiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong desire to learn and develop a career within luxury hospitality
• Good level of written and spoken English
• Flexibility to work varied hours
• Takes pride in own professional grooming
• Ability and resilience to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Pride and attention to detail in your work
• Confidence & professionalism when interacting with high profile guests

Corinthia London combines contemporary flair with traditional grandeur. We consider ourselves as London’s magical, grand hotel, intelligently designed for modern life. Situated in the heart of London, the hotel features 279 beautiful bedrooms, including 7 penthouses and 55 suites, elegant restaurants, and bars and the largest, most breath-taking multi award-winning spa in London.

We understand what is important to our colleagues and our benefits offering was tailored with this in mind.

• Highly competitive salary
• 29 paid holidays per annum (inc. bank/public holidays)
• Complimentary dry cleaning of uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Extensive recognition programs and length of service awards
• Season ticket loan

Our focus is supporting your health and wellbeing and giving you more time with your family and friends by offering:

• Access to Employee health and wellbeing programme
• Mental health and wellbeing workshops
• Discounted Salon, Spa, Food and Beverage and accommodation rates
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts across our portfolio of international hotels

We will invest in you the same way you do it with us and provide you with access to:

• Complimentary English classes
• Corinthia inspired gifts for special occasions
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.