Head Waiter

About ANAYAANAYA is an ambitious luxury Punjabi fine-dining restaurant in the heart of Royal Leamington Spa, dedicated to delivering an exceptional culinary experience complemented by impeccable service, elegant surroundings and world-class hospitality.Our vision is to establish ANAYA as one of the UK's most distinguished Indian fine-dining destinations, with service standards comparable to the world's finest Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels.We are seeking an exceptional Head Waiter with an established background in elite hospitality to lead by example and deliver a truly outstanding guest experience.This is a senior front-of-house position requiring impeccable presentation, extensive fine-dining knowledge, exceptional attention to detail and the confidence to serve distinguished guests to the highest international standards.Key ResponsibilitiesMichelin-Level Service: Deliver exceptional, refined and highly personalised service in accordance with the standards expected at Michelin-starred restaurants and the world's most prestigious hotels.Front-of-House Leadership: Lead and supervise waiting staff throughout service, maintaining exceptional professionalism, efficiency and consistency.Luxury Guest Experience: Anticipate guests' needs before they arise, providing discreet, attentive and intuitive service.Fine-Dining Service Excellence: Demonstrate mastery of formal table service, silver service, precise plate presentation, correct cutlery placement, table maintenance and sophisticated dining etiquette.Exceptional Attention to Detail: Ensure tables remain immaculate, glasses are replenished, crumbs are discreetly cleared, and every aspect of the dining experience is perfectly coordinated.VIP & Distinguished Guest Service: Confidently accommodate high-profile guests, private dining parties, corporate clientele and special occasions with discretion and professionalism.Food & Beverage Expertise: Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the menu, ingredients, allergens, premium wines, champagnes, spirits and food pairings.Team Development: Train, mentor and support junior waiting staff to achieve consistently exceptional service standards.Service Coordination: Work closely with restaurant management, chefs and the bar team to ensure flawless timing and seamless communication.Guest Relations: Manage special requests, resolve complaints diplomatically and build lasting relationships with returning guests.Operational Excellence: Oversee table preparation, reservations, service readiness and the smooth execution of busy dining periods.Essential RequirementsWe are seeking candidates with a demonstrable background in some of the finest hospitality environments.Significant senior-level experience in Michelin-starred restaurants, five-star luxury hotels, royal or prestigious hospitality establishments, or internationally recognised fine-dining restaurants.Previous experience as a Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, Chef de Rang, Restaurant Supervisor or equivalent senior front-of-house professional.Experience within prestigious London hotels, flagship luxury restaurants or comparable international establishments is highly desirable.Exceptional knowledge of fine-dining service procedures, formal dining etiquette and luxury hospitality standards.An immaculate personal appearance, exceptional grooming and a consistently polished, professional demeanour.Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to supervise, motivate and develop a high-performing service team.Outstanding verbal communication, confidence, discretion and interpersonal skills.The ability to anticipate guest requirements without being prompted.A meticulous approach to cleanliness, organisation, presentation and the smallest details of guest service.The ability to remain composed, elegant and professional during demanding service periods.A genuine passion for hospitality and the pursuit of excellence.The Ideal CandidateWe are particularly interested in individuals whose professional backgrounds include establishments comparable to:The Ritz LondonThe SavoyClaridge'sThe DorchesterThe ConnaughtThe Langham LondonRoyal household hospitality or prestigious private members' clubsMichelin-starred and internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurantsExperience at these exact establishments is not mandatory, but candidates must demonstrate an equivalent level of service expertise, refinement and professionalism.We are not simply looking for an experienced waiter. We are seeking a senior hospitality professional who understands the art of luxury service, can command the respect of a team and possesses the judgement, elegance and attention to detail required to make every guest feel genuinely exceptional.What We Offer£30,000 annual salary plus tips.Full-time, permanent employment.A senior position within an ambitious luxury fine-dining establishment.The opportunity to lead and shape ANAYA's front-of-house service standards.A sophisticated and professionally managed working environment.Career development and progression opportunities as the business expands.The opportunity to work alongside an ambitious culinary and management team.Our ExpectationsAt ANAYA, excellence is not reserved for special occasions. It is expected during every service.We expect our Head Waiter to embody the highest standards of professionalism, from the precision of table settings and the timing of each course to the smallest details of guest interaction.Impeccable presentation, extraordinary attention to detail, proactive hospitality and exceptional leadership are non-negotiable.