The Restaurant

The George is a Grade II listed public house in the heart of Fitzrovia, dating back to 1738. Spread across three floors, it has been thoughtfully restored to honour its rich history while embracing a fresh, modern approach to food and drink. The ground floor pub has been returned to its former glory, pouring cask ales, craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and wines on tap in a warm, characterful setting.

Upstairs, the dining room offers a menu rooted in seasonality, provenance, and simplicity—classic ingredients cooked with care and precision. The kitchen is led by Executive Chef John Sparks, working alongside Kelan Heffron, whose experience spans Dublin’s Michelin-starred Variety Jones and London’s acclaimed Brat and Mountain.

The Position

The right Head Runner will be:
• Acting as the key link between kitchen and front-of-house during service
• Managing the pass and ensuring every dish leaves the kitchen to spec and on time
• Communicating dish components to front-of-house teams, explaining new menu items when needed
• Working closely with the chefs to arrange and manage tickets for smooth and efficient service
• Upholding excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Staying calm and focused under pressure while keeping service flowing

What We’re Looking For:
• A genuine passion for food and guest satisfaction
• Previous experience in a similar role or busy kitchen environment
• Exceptional organisation and communication skills
• The ability to think fast, act fast, and work well under pressure
• A hands-on, positive attitude and strong work ethic

Benefits & Culture

• JKS Group Discount 50%
• Private Healthcare with Vitality after 1 year service
• 40% off with Virgin Active, PureGym & Nuffield Gyms
• Employee of the Month Awards
• Tasty and nutritious Staff meals
• Employee Referral Bonus up to £800
• WSET Training
• Industry leading training technology
• Supplier trips
• Twice yearly staff parties
• 1 paid day per year to donate to a charity of your choosing
• CODE Membership
• LOS, Bday, Maternity, Paternity, Wedding Gifts
• Wagestream - Advance your pay
• Bespoke coaching and training courses with The Good Life

The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table and Sabor, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.