Front Of House Team Member

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy-but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest.

Ottolenghi Bicester Village brings our signature flavours and warm hospitality to one of the UK's most celebrated retail destinations. It's a unique and exciting location that welcomes guests from across the country and beyond

Ottolenghi is looking for a Front of House team member to join them on a full-time basis. As a Front of House Assistant, you'll be the face of Ottolenghi, welcoming customers into our shop, assisting with their purchases, and ensuring they have a wonderful experience. While the role primarily involves shop assistant duties, you will also be cross-trained in other departments to support our diverse operations. This could include helping with table service or bar shifts, so flexibility and a proactive attitude are key.

The ideal Front of House Team Member will be:

• Greeting our guests with a warm welcome
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and a commitment to exceeding guest expectation
• Working with other team-members to ensure a streamline service
• Assist in other areas as needed, including bar shifts
• Selling products with knowledge in our shop area
• Giving great customer service when serving our guests food and drink

The ideal Front of House Team Member at Ottolenghi will have:

• Experience in retail and or hospitality
• Excellent communication skills and a good level of English, both spoken and written
• A positive friendly attitude
• The ability and desire to provide exceptionally high levels of customer service to create exceptional experiences

What's in it for you:

• 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays
• Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount
• Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts
• Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral
• Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef's Academy workshops, and access to external courses
• A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated
• Enhanced Parental Pay after two years' service
• A special birthday treat to celebrate your day
• Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued

If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.