Bar Back

Poolhouse Global Holdings Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Assured EAP membership (co

Job summary

Poolhouse Global Holdings Ltd in London is seeking a Bar Back to help our high-volume bar run fast, clean, and efficiently. You’ll support bartenders with prep, stock, cleanliness, and pace to keep service moving smoothly.

You’ll thrive on team spirit, care for details, and take pride in setting others up to succeed on busy shifts while upholding our hygiene and safety standards. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment with opportunities to advance to

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and ability to stay focused in a fast-paced bar.
• Organised, reliable, and efficient.
• Calm and helpful under pressure.
• Team-first mindset – always looking for ways to support.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Willingness to learn and take feedback.
• Physically fit and comfortable with active, on-your-feet work.
• Positive, humble, and proud to do the behind-the-scenes work that makes the whole bar shine.

Responsibilities

• Keep bar stations stocked with clean glassware, ice, garnishes, and utensils.
• Assist with bar prep including restocking fridges, cutting fruit, and filling up speed rails.
• Maintain cleanliness and order throughout bar areas during service.
• Support with bar waste removal, recycling, and storage organisation.
• Help receive and store deliveries accurately and safely.
• Communicate clearly with bartenders and follow instructions quickly.
• Maintain hygiene and health & safety standards at all times.
• Be responsive to shifts in pace and step in to support where needed.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Organised and reliable

Calm under pressure

Team-first mindset

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Physically fit

Positive attitude

Job description

What This Role Is Here To Do (Role Purpose)As a Bar Back at Poolhouse, you’re the behind the scenes engine that helps our high-volume bar run fast, clean, and efficiently. Working closely with Bartenders and the Bar Manager, you’ll support with prep, stock, cleanliness, and pace, making sure everything needed is in the right place at the right time. You’ll thrive on movement, team spirit, and pride in setting others up to succeed.

What Success Looks Like

• Bartenders can move quickly because their stations are clean, stocked, and organised
• Bar areas are tidy, safe, and guest-presentable at all times
• Glassware is constantly replenished and available
• You anticipate what’s needed before it’s asked for
• Bar waste and recycling are managed efficiently and safely
• You bring energy, care, and a team-first attitude to every shift

Where This Role Can Take You

• Bartender
• Bar Supervisor

Our Way of Working

Every part of this role should be delivered with care, curiosity, and integrity, in line with our Poolhouse values: Experience Obsessed, Seek Excellence, Integrity, Take Care, and Elite Sports Team Mentality.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong work ethic and ability to stay focused in a fast-paced bar
• Organised, reliable, and efficient
• Calm and helpful under pressure
• Team-first mindset – always looking for ways to support
• Good attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Willingness to learn and take feedback
• Physically fit and comfortable with active, on-your-feet work
• Positive, humble, and proud to do the behind-the-scenes work that makes the whole bar shine

Benefits

• Keep all bar stations stocked with clean glassware, ice, garnishes, and utensils
• Assist with bar prep including restocking fridges, cutting fruit, and filling up speed rails
• Maintain cleanliness and order throughout bar areas during service
• Support with bar waste removal, recycling, and storage organisation
• Help receive and store deliveries accurately and safely
• Communicate clearly with bartenders and follow instructions quickly
• Maintain hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
• Be responsive to shifts in pace and step in to support where needed

Benefits

• Free Health Assured EAP membership (counselling, life coaching, legal and financial support)
• Perks and Discounts platfor
• Monthly Employee rewards
• Medicash Health Cash plan
• Wagestream access (early pay & savings tools)
• Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice
• Birthdays off
• Free nutritious meals at work
• Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials