Job Ref: NOB1512
Branch: Mitsu Restaurant
Location: Mitsu Restaurant, London (Central)
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary plus service charge and excellent benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 30/48
Posted date: 11/06/2026
Closing date: 25/07/2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the MITSU family as a Head Waiter for the launch of one of Shoreditch’s most exciting new restaurant openings.
MITSU is where East London meets East Tokyo a bold new concept inspired by the vibrant neighbourhood izakayas of Tokyo and the creativity and energy of Shoreditch.
Our cuisine celebrates the craft of Robata fire cooking, razor-sharp Japanese technique, and dishes designed to be shared. Alongside the food, our izakaya bar brings high energy with crafted cocktails, flowing sake, mizuwari tankards, and vinyl-fuelled DJ sessions that carry the atmosphere late into the night.
We are looking for an experienced Head Waiter to help lead the floor team and deliver exceptional hospitality from day one.
Leading a section during service and ensuring a seamless guest experience
Supporting and mentoring the waiting team during busy services
Delivering knowledgeable and engaging service with strong menu awareness
Working closely with the management, bar, and kitchen teams
Maintaining high standards of service and guest care
Previous experience as a Head Waiter or Senior Waiter in a quality restaurant
Passion for hospitality and guest experience
Strong food and beverage knowledge
Confidence working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
A positive, team-focused attitude
BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
- Health Assured Wisdom app, our 24/7 employee assistance programme with access to a health and wellbeing resources, and a variety of great discounts!
- Access to Wellable – a physical wellbeing app including company wide challenges.
- Financial wellbeing support, including access to Stream.
- Up to 33 days holiday a year (increasing with length of service).
- Exciting learning and development programmes to help progress your career, including apprenticeships and career mapping.
- An amazing overnight Guest Experience here at Aethos London Shoreditch for you and one guest
- Mental Health First Aiders within the team to offer tailored support.
- Season Ticket Loan, Cycle to Work and discounted Gym memberships.
- Celebrations of success, peer recognition
- Annual festive and summer social events, charity fundraising days and committees to join, including paid volunteering days.
If you're passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a unique concept where tradition meets edge, we’d love to hear from you.
Join the MITSU family sparks will fly.
