Host - Zylia

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 Host 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 Host 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:

• Greet guests with flair and enthusiasm, making them feel like VIPs
• Manage seating arrangements with a dash of creativity and style
• Provide guests with engaging information about food partners and drink offerings
• Help coordinate special events and promotions, adding your unique touch
• Collaborate with team members to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Help build a beloved neighbourhood taverna
• Celebrate Cypriot traditions and flavours
• Be part of a supportive, family-style restaurant environment
• Grow and develop within an expanding brand!

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Bring prior experience in a FoH position greeting and seating guests
• Have working experience of table booking systems like SevenRooms, OpenTable or Tripleseat
• Are a strong team-player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (English is a must)
• Are calm, confident and can multitask under pressure
• Bring a warm and approachable demeanour that naturally connects with guests and colleagues
• Have a genuine love for simple, honest and authentic hospitality
• Are passionate about Mediterranean culture

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Working at Arcade:

Our teams are the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.

At Arcade, we’re more than just a restaurant group... We’re a collective of bold, diverse food and drink brands driven by creativity, collaboration, and a passion for hospitality. We believe in growing together, empowering our people, and creating opportunities to thrive across all areas of the business. Whether onsite, behind the scenes or head office, working at Arcade means being part of something exciting, fast-moving, and truly unique in the hospitality industry.

Benefits of being part of the team:

• Refer a friend bonus
• Internal wage advance facility to instantly access the wages you’ve earned
• A restaurant recognition budget for Birthday goodies and career milestones
• 50% off food in our restaurants for you and your loved ones
• 50% off food in JKS restaurants within Arcade for you and your loved ones
• Access to counselling, remote GP/physio services, legal advice and more through
• Hospitality Action 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year
• Summer and Christmas team parties where we all down tools and have some fun!