Bar Back

Maison Estelle; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A private members' club in Westminster is seeking a Barback to support bartenders and maintain cleanliness. The role includes restocking, cleaning, and preparing beverages. Previous bar experience is appreciated but not critical. Candidates should be detail-oriented, possess good communication skills, and have a passion for hospitality. Enjoy perks like biannual socials and discounts while working in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Birthday day off

Exclusive staff rates

Biannual company socials

Health cash plan

28 days holiday

Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Previous Bar Back experience in a busy hospitality operation is desirable but not essential.
• Good command of English is required.
• Ability to work unsupervised and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Wash glasses and store them according to SOPs.
• Oversee and maintain the dishwasher's cleanliness.
• Restock the bars and keep areas tidy.
• Prepare garnishes and drinks as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Planning ability

Time-management skills

Passion for hospitality

Job description

Who are we?

Maison Estelle is a private members’ club set in a Grade I-listed Georgian townhouse on Grafton Street, Mayfair. A ‘hosted home’, bringing people together that have plenty to say and nothing to prove. A new school club (no rules), with old school values of personalised service and discretion.

What’s in it for you?

AtEstelle, we prioritise your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates and biannual socials. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces and staff food. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Join us as a Barback for a fulfilling journey where you are valued,supported, andcelebrated.

Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging across both Estelle Manor and Maison Estelle. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across Ennismore brand.
• Birthday day off
• Goes without saying, but we will feed you during your shift.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The key responsibilities for the Barback will include but are not limited to:

• Washing glasses and store them in the correct place according to the members club SOP’s.
• Overseeing the dish washer’s maintenance and ensure it is cleaned daily.
• Restocking the bars as required by the Bartenders.
• Keeping the bar and BOH areas clean and tidy, including the area behind the bar counter and shelves.
• Ensuring that at the end of the shift the bars are deep cleaned every time.
• Refilling fridges and move stock between the cellars and bars as and when required following stock requisition process where appropriate.
• Helping with receiving deliveries and storing goods in the appropriate manner informing the management team of any discrepancies.
• Preparing fruit, garnishes and homemade syrups and bitters in collaboration with the Bartenders and Head Bartenders.
• Preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages for our members when required.
• Helping the Bartenders to organise the bar area to streamline drink preparation and inventory.
• Maintaining a thorough working knowledge of the entire bar menu, including the beer, wine and cocktail lists.
• Assisting with other tasks such as tidying up and restocking the bar and supporting the rest of the front of house team as necessary.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN OUR BARBACK

• Previous Bar Back experience in a busy and high-volume hospitality operation is desirable but not essential.
• Planning ability; able to work unsupervised.
• Attention to detail, able to identify mistakes and request clarification.
• Excellent time-management skills; comfortable prioritising what is important during busy periods.
• Good communication skills and comfortable talking to colleagues, senior management, and members.
• Good command of English.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and hosting.