Lounge Server, Savoy Hotel

The Savoy is one of the world's most iconic hotels. We are the original British luxury hotel, opened in 1889, and have a reputation for outstanding service excellence. We blend our rich history with innovation, and have played host to royalty, world leaders, and legends of the stage and screen. Today, we pride ourselves on creating special memories for our guests by delivering the very best in five-star luxury hospitality.

Our award-winning, colleague-centric culture truly differentiates us in the luxury hospitality marketplace. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, along with outstanding career development opportunities globally within Fairmont.

Top Ten (Big Organisations) – Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025

HR in Hospitality Awards 2025:

Excellence in Employee Experience

HR Team of the Year

HR Leader of the Year – awarded to our Director of People & Culture, Sally Webster

Institute of Hospitality Awards 2025

Talent Development Team of the Year

Job title:

Lounge Server

Department: F&B

Inspired & supported by:
In-Room Dining Manager

Your purpose will be:

You are an ambassador for exceptional service within The Reading Room, our elegant lounge located in The Savoy’s iconic Front Hall. You will play an important role in creating a warm, refined and welcoming experience, delivering the exceptional food and beverage service that is a hallmark of The Savoy.

Your warm, personal attention, intuitive approach to service and attention to detail will ensure every guest feels recognised, valued and cared for, creating memorable experiences from the moment they arrive.

As part of our flexible F&B operation, you will also support our In-Room Dining team when required, acting as an In-Room Dining Server and delivering the same exceptional 5-star service experience to guests in the comfort and privacy of their rooms and suites.

You will be accountable for:

Delivering a memorable, warm and professional 5-star service experience within The Reading Room.

Welcoming guests to The Reading Room and creating a relaxed yet refined lounge experience through attentive and personalised service.

Providing knowledgeable and engaging food and beverage service throughout the guest experience.

Supporting the In-Room Dining operation when required, including preparing and delivering guest orders to rooms and suites in accordance with The Savoy’s service standards.

Advising guests by enthusiastically sharing your knowledge of our menus, beverages, promotions and wider F&B offering.

Anticipating guest needs and responding intuitively to individual preferences and requests.

Delivering on all standards, policies and procedures to create memorable luxury guest experiences.

Maintaining the highest standards of presentation, discretion and professionalism, both within The Reading Room and when serving guests in their rooms and suites.

Your key responsibilities & contribution will be:

Delivering an extraordinary service experience to the highest industry standards, with a distinctive personal touch, as one team.

Welcoming and engaging with guests in The Reading Room, building genuine rapport while recognising each guest’s preferred level of interaction.

Providing attentive table service, including presenting menus, taking accurate orders, serving food and beverages and ensuring tables are maintained to the highest standards throughout the guest experience.

Confidently explaining menu items, ingredients and beverage options and assisting guests with their choices in an informative and enthusiastic way.

Anticipating guest requirements and ensuring requests are followed through promptly and professionally.

Preparing The Reading Room for service and maintaining its presentation, cleanliness and ambience throughout the day.

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