Receptionist Supervisor

Big Mamma is a French-Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux.
For over a decade, we’ve been bringing bold Italian flavours, 100% homemade food and vibrant, high-energy hospitality to life across our restaurants worldwide.

Big Mamma is also a certified B Corp

committed to doing business in a way that respects people, producers and the planet.

We’re now looking for a Reception Supervisor to lead our front-of-house team!

The role

As a Reception Supervisor at Big Mamma, you’ll be the perfect example of our brand, ensuring every guest receives a warm, professional welcome and a seamless experience.

You will:

• Lead the host team, maintaining high standards and maximising bookings
• Resolve or escape issues and complaints when needed
• Manage bookings and enquiries using SevenRooms
• Onboard and train new hosts, supporting floor managers with rota scheduling
• Solve problems proactively when bookings or service don’t go as planned
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and health & safety standards across the floor
• Create memorable moments for guests with a warm, friendly and professional attitude

About you

• Big smile and passion for Italian food
• High energy, proactive attitude and team spirit
• Excellent customer service, leadership and communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of floor operations
• Previous experience as a head host/hostess or reception supervisor
• Previous experience with SevenRooms
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

What Big Mamma offers

• Permanent, full-time position
• £18.71 (inclusive of Tronc) per hour
• Daily staff meals
• 15% discount across all Big Mamma restaurants (UK and Ireland)
• £500 employee referral bonus
• Wagestream – access your pay between paydays
• Mental health & wellbeing support (Open Up)
• Continuous training and career progression
• Mobility across UK and European venues

Big Mamma Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or gender reassignment.