One of the most exciting Bristol restaurant openings in recent years is now recruiting staff. Jamie’s Italian is due to open at the top of Park Street in the new year, and a sign went up in the window today advertising for “Bristol’s most dynamic managers, chefs, waiting, bar and host staff”.

Around 100 jobs are due to be created in the new three-floor restaurant, which is currently at the start of a £1 million fit out. As well as being a restaurant, the former Blackwell’s book shop will also include a ground-floor delicatessen selling Italian food as well as Oliver’s cookbooks and kitchen products.

Jamie’s Italian Bristol is due to open at 89 Park Street as early as late February next year. A condition on its license prevents queues outside the restaurant, unlike its Bath neighbour, so it will be interesting to see whether it will accept bookings.

Potential staff are invited to visit www.jamiesitalian.com.