Commis Waiter - Café Boulud

Waldorf Astoria London • Admiralty Arch is seeking Commis Waiters for Café Boulud Restaurant to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later this year. This is a unique opportunity for experienced luxury hoteliers 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. WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026  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 industryleading Corporate Responsibility initiatives • Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverage • High street savings through Perks at Work * 28 days’ holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service   We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional five star guest experience, consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised by Forbes. RESPONSIBILITIES Here's what you'll do during a typical day:  As a Commis Waiter for Café Boulud Restaurant, you will support the service team in delivering warm, attentive, and seamless service to our guests. Working closely with Waiters, Supervisors, and Managers, you will play an important role in ensuring service areas are impeccably prepared, food and beverages are delivered efficiently, and every guest enjoys a refined luxury dining experience. You will be responsible for the following, performed to the highest standards of luxury hospitality: • Support the restaurant team in delivering exceptional guest service throughout breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner service • Prepare and maintain mise en place, service stations, and dining areas to ensure operational readiness at all times • Assist in the accurate delivery of food and beverages, ensuring presentation standards are consistently met • Clear and reset tables promptly and professionally to maintain a pristine dining environment • Respond courteously to guest requests and communicate any requirements to senior team members • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of menu items and daily offerings to support guest enquiries • Ensure all equipment, crockery, cutlery, and glassware are clean, polished, and available for service • Follow all hotel policies relating to food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and security procedures • Uphold Hilton grooming and presentation standards, maintaining a polished and professional appearance at all times • Work collaboratively with colleagues across Food & Beverage operations to deliver memorable guest experiences   What are we looking for? Commis Waiters within Hilton's luxury portfolio demonstrate enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for hospitality. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate: • A positive, professional, and guest-focused attitude • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • A willingness to learn and develop within a luxury hospitality environment • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to service excellence • Impeccable grooming and personal presentation • The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team QUALIFICATIONS 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. 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