BAO Shoreditch is looking for a Front of House Team Member to join the team and help deliver warm, joyful service every day - whether that’s on the floor, behind the bar, or running food with energy and care. This role is ideal for someone who loves hospitality, works well in a team, and brings positive energy to every shift, no matter the role they’re in.
The Restaurant
Tucked into East London’s creative hub, BAO Shoreditch takes its cue from the bustling beef noodle shops of Taiwan - reimagined with a playful, London twist. Upstairs, guests enjoy rich bowls of beef noodle soup, signature BAOs, and a menu full of bold Taiwanese flavours.
Downstairs, there’s a bar and private KTV room, a unique space for late-night drinks, group dining, and the occasional singalong. It brings a fun, unexpected layer to the Shoreditch experience.
Like every BAO restaurant, Shoreditch has its own identity - energetic, characterful, and rooted in great food and service.
At BAO, we do things properly - from how we welcome guests to how we support each other on shift. As a FOH Team Member, you could be working a section, running dishes, or making drinks behind the bar. Whatever the role, you’ll be part of creating a calm, confident atmosphere and consistently great guest experiences.
You don’t need loads of experience, just a great attitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. We’ll teach you everything else.
What you’ll be doing:
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Running food and drinks with speed and care
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Working a section and guiding guests through the BAO experience
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Preparing drinks or supporting bar service, depending on the shift
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Helping keep the restaurant clean, organised, and ready for service
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Communicating clearly with your team to keep things flowing smoothly
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Learning about the menu, service style, and guest care standards
What we’re looking for:
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A friendly, positive presence - someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality
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Comfortable multitasking and working in a fast-paced environment
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Supportive and kind - a real team player who helps others and leads with care
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A good communicator who takes direction well and isn’t afraid to ask questions
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A strong work ethic and pride in doing things properly
The Benefits
We want working at BAO to feel like stepping into a warm, fluffy bao - soft, supportive, and full of good stuff. Here's what you'll get as part of the team:
Perks & Discounts
- Up to 50% off food and drink across all BAO restaurants and discounts across friends in the industry
- Access to curated wine and meat suppliers at trade prices
Rewards & Recognition
- BAOcoin - earn rewards for living BAO values, then spend them in the BAOshop
- BAO Pyramid Scheme - earn up to £500 for referring someone to join the team
Growth & Development
- Personalised development plans tailored to your goals
- Access to School of BAO, a series of talks, workshops and fieldtrips
Work-Life Balance
- Rotas released two weeks in advance so you can plan ahead
Milestones
- Perks to celebrate work anniversaries milestones
Celebrations
- Annual Wei Ya & BAO Awards Party
- BAO Social Clubs: Grandma’s Home Cooking Club, Hot Pot Supperclub
BAO quite literally means steamed bun. But BAO means so much more than that, a cult brand with a cult following that aims to inspire with design through food. Founded in 2013 by family trio, Erchen Chang, Shing Tat Chung and Wai Ting Chung in a carpark in East London to now spanning 7 restaurants across London, where each has its own story of Taiwanese Culture with unique experience, narrative and menu.
At BAO we seek people who warm our souls through cooking and hospitality. We strive to cultivate an environment where our design is inspiring, where our unconventional way of thinking bring humour and innovation; our detail challenges you to do your best.
