AKI is a contemporary Japanese restaurant and lounge bar, celebrated for its modern take on authentic Japanese cuisine and elegant atmosphere. We are opening a brand-new restaurant in London, set in an amazing location within a historic old bank.
We are looking for a talented and motivated Bartender who is excited to join a new project and help deliver the AKI experience in one of the world’s most vibrant cities
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At Lifestyle Group, we offer a supportive and dynamic work environment with real opportunities for growth. As part of our vibrant hospitality team, your contributions will be recognised and valued.
We believe in continuous development, offering training and career progression across our expanding portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets. Team members also benefit from staff recognition programs and regular team-building events.
Cavendish Square, W1G 0LA, London
Restaurant • More than 250 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since August, 2025
Aki London is a new contemporary Japanese restaurant opening in September 2025 at 1 Cavendish Square. Set in a stunning Grade II-listed former bank, Aki combines refined Japanese dining, creative cocktails and stylish design.
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AKI is a contemporary Japanese restaurant and lounge bar, celebrated for its modern take on authentic Japanese cuisine and elegant atmosphere. We are opening a brand-new restaurant in London, set in an amazing location within a historic old bank. We are looking for a talented and motivated Commis Waiter who is excited to be part of a new project and help deliver the AKI experience in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Job Role • Support senior waitstaff in delivering high-quality service in line with AKI standards, • Assist with taking orders and serving food and beverages, • Ensure tables are clean, well-set, and properly maintained, • Help maintain a smooth and efficient service, • Communicate clearly with kitchen and bar teams, • Follow health, safety, and hygiene standards, • Respond to guest requests and feedback positively and professionally Job Requirements • Previous experience in hospitality or a similar front-of-house role, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Professional appearance and attention to detail, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, • Good level of English – other languages are a plus Why Join Us? At Lifestyle Group, we offer a supportive and dynamic work environment with real opportunities for growth. As part of our vibrant hospitality team, your contributions will be recognised and valued. We believe in continuous development, offering training and career progression across our expanding portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets. Team members also benefit from staff recognition programs and regular team-building events.
AKI is a contemporary Japanese restaurant and lounge bar, celebrated for its modern take on authentic Japanese cuisine and elegant atmosphere. We are opening a brand-new restaurant in London, set in an amazing location within a historic old bank. We are looking for talented and motivated waiters and waitresses who are excited to join a new project and help deliver the AKI experience in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Job Role • Provide high-quality service to all guests in line with AKI standards, • Take orders and serve food and beverages efficiently and professionally, • Ensure tables are clean, well-set, and properly maintained, • Support a smooth and fast-paced service together with the team, • Communicate clearly with the kitchen and bar, • Follow all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, • Handle guest requests and feedback in a positive manner Job Requirements • Previous experience in a similar role, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • A professional and well-groomed appearance, • Positive attitude and team spirit, • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, • Good level of English – other languages are a plus Why Join Us? At Lifestyle Group, we offer a supportive and engaging work environment with opportunities for growth and development. You will be part of a vibrant hospitality team where your skills and professionalism are highly valued. We believe in professional development, offering ongoing training and the chance to grow within our expanding group. Our team enjoys access to internal mobility across our hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets, as well as staff recognition programs and regular team events.
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