Waiter
Zylia Covent Garden
Join our Family in Zylia – Arcade’s new Greek Cypriot Taverna!
About Arcade:
Arcade is one of UK’s most ambitious and exciting hospitality projects! A dynamic playground where world-class chefs, bold culinary ideas, and vibrant guest experiences come together under one roof. As a brand incubator, we launch, operate, and scale original concepts that celebrate global cuisines and exceptional drink culture... One of our brand-new brands is Zylia (see below)!
About Zylia:
Zylia is a small, soulful, 50‑cover restaurant that brings the spirit of a real Cypriot village taverna into the heart of London. Inspired by the aromas of charcoal cooking, the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality, and the generosity of a homecooked meal, Zylia is a place full of energy, tradition, and heart.
About the role:
We are looking for an exceptional Waiter to join our growing team – someone who cares about creating a welcoming and genuine vibe from the moment guests walk through the door, loves looking after others, and wants to be part of a restaurant that feels more like a home than a workplace. As a Waiter at Zylia, you love delivering top-notch guest experiences and have a knack for making every service unforgettable.
The successful candidate in this role will:
- Communicate with guests in a confidently and professionally
- Be responsible for delivering a consistent and high standard service
- Be in your element delivering top-tier hospitality with a positive vibe and great smile
- Take orders, serve food and drinks, and make menu recommendations
- Keep things running smoothly in a fast-paced environment
- Work closely with the kitchen and bar teams
- Maintain & update cleaning schedules, records and checklists
- Adhere to all relevant Food Safety and Health & Safety practices and procedures
- Get the opportunity to be cross trained across all areas of the restaurant!
We'd love to hear from you if you:
- Bring a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Waiter in a similar high quality environment
- Have worked in a high volume restaurant environment similar to ours
- Have a passion for food, service and great guest experiences (especially for guest interaction)
- Possess excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
- Are an excellent team player with a positive attitude
- Are calm, confident and can multitask under pressure
- Bring a warm and approachable demeanour that naturally connects with guests and colleagues
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.