Bar Host: Create Memorable Guest Experiences at Events

Compass Group UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and wellbeing

Mental health support

Birthday off

Pension

Meals on duty

Staff discounts

Annual leave

Job summary

The Venues Collection at Eastwood Hall, Nottingham, is seeking a friendly Bar Assistant to join our team. You’ll serve drinks, take orders, handle payments and keep the bar stocked, while supporting weddings, conferences and events for a memorable guest experience.

If you love hospitality, enjoy a lively atmosphere and take pride in great service, you’ll fit right in. Previous bar or hospitality experience is a plus, but the right attitude matters most.

Qualifications

• Previous bar, hospitality or customer service experience would be great, but the right attitude and a willingness to learn are just as important.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a friendly smile and create a warm, inviting bar atmosphere.
• Serve a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks efficiently and professionally.
• Take orders, process payments and handle transactions accurately.
• Keep the bar well-stocked, organised and ready for service.
• Prepare the bar for weddings, conferences, private functions and other events.
• Make recommendations and help guests choose drinks to suit their preferences.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the bar and surrounding areas.
• Monitor stock levels and support stock checks, deliveries and replenishment.
• Work closely with the wider Food & Beverage and Conference & Events teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Support colleagues during busy periods and contribute wherever needed.
• Follow licensing laws, age-verification procedures, responsible alcohol service guidelines and all health and safety standards.
• Help create memorable experiences that keep guests returning.

Skills

People skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Organisation

Attention to detail

Cash handling

POS experience

Job description

The Venues Collection at Eastwood Hall, Nottingham, is seeking a friendly Bar Assistant to join our team. You’ll serve drinks, take orders, handle payments and keep the bar stocked, while supporting weddings, conferences and events for a memorable guest experience.

If you love hospitality, enjoy a lively atmosphere and take pride in great service, you’ll fit right in. Previous bar or hospitality experience is a plus, but the right attitude matters most.