Waiter/Waitress - Iconic Venue

The bit about us

The Arding Rooms is our award winning private members' club and events venue, located within the beautifully restored Arding & Hobbs building in the heart of Clapham Junction. We've created a welcoming space where members and guests can work, socialise, dine and celebrate.

Alongside our members' club offering, The Arding Rooms hosts a varied programme of private events, from intimate gatherings and business meetings, to larger celebrations and community gatherings. The cherry on top is our stunning roof terrace, with panoramic views of London's iconic skyline!!

We are currently looking for a passionate and polished Waiter/Waitress to join the team on a part time variable hours contract (25/30 hrs per week ). The club is open everyday from 8am to late , so shifts will vary across weekdays and weekends, and will be a mix of morning, afternoon and evening.

The hourly rate is £14 + Tronc .

We're looking for an experienced hospitality professional, to join our front of house team to help us deliver exceptional experiences for both our members and event guests.

This is a varied role that combines front-of-house service at our all day dining restaurant, with event support. Whether you're welcoming members for lunch, serving drinks on the roof terrace or helping set up for a private function, you'll play an important role in creating the warm, welcoming atmosphere The Arding Rooms is known for.

• Providing friendly, attentive and professional service to our members and guests.

• Taking food and drink orders and serving confidently across restaurant, bar and event settings.

• Supporting the setup, delivery and breakdown of private events and functions.

• Maintaining high standards of presentation throughout the venue, including the roof terrace.

• Ensuring all member and guest areas are beautifully presented and ready for service.

• Building positive relationships with our members to ensure they feel welcomed and at ease.
  

The bit about you

Hospitality is part of your DNA, you love the buzz, the people, the variety, and you even enjoy those shifts were everything seems to go wrong!!

We hope to find someone with the below attributes:

• A positive, outgoing, upbeat approach is your default demeanour.

• You take pride in your presentation and communicate with warmth and kindness.

• A natural people person, you will get know our members (and their dogs) by name.

• Even when things get bumpy - you keep your cool, so guests are never aware.

• Can confidently adapt to working across the main restaurant, the roof terrace and event space.

• Values flexibility and can work a range of weekday, evening and weekend shifts.

Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys being part of a supportive team who take great pride in everything they deliver.

Why x+why?

The Arding Rooms is led by a genuinely hands-on General Manager who is always visible on the floor, supporting the team and setting the tone for a welcoming, positive culture. We've built an environment that's collaborative and ambitious, where people are encouraged to bring their personality to work, learn new skills and grow in confidence.

We welcome people from all walks of life. We believe the best teams are shaped by unique stories, varied experiences and fresh perspectives.

Simply click on the Apply button below and upload your CV.

One small ask: while AI has its place, we'd love your cover letter to sound like you. Keep it short, honest, and in your own voice and in return, we promise every application will be reviewed by a real person.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.