Bar Person

International Students House (London); Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £12.71

Holiday pay

Food allowance

50% off food

Nest pension scheme

Live music venue experience

Job summary

International Students House (ISH) in London is hiring enthusiastic Bar People to join 229 The Venue and The Thirsty Scholar Bar, famed for gigs, quizzes, karaoke and student events.

You will serve drinks and bar food with a smile, welcome guests, keep the bar tidy, handle payments, and support a wide range of events as part of a diverse, friendly team.

Evening and late-night availability helps you grow in a fast-paced, engaging hospitality environment with a pension option and staff perks.

Qualifications

• Previous bar or hospitality experience is a plus - but enthusiasm and a great attitude are just as important.
• A positive, outgoing personality and genuine love of customer service.
• Ability to stay cool in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings and late nights.
• A reliable team player who shows up ready to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Serving drinks and bar food with confidence and a smile
• Welcoming guests and creating a great first impression
• Keeping the bar and service areas looking sharp
• Handling payments responsibly and accurately
• Supporting a wide range of events - from live gigs to student parties
• Working as part of a friendly, multicultural team

Skills

Customer service

Enthusiastic attitude

Team player

Stays calm under pressure

Evening flexibility

Job description

Looking for a fun, fast-paced bar job in the heart of London?

At International Students House (ISH), no two nights are ever the same. We’re home to 229 The Venue – a unique live music and events space that’s hosted artists like Kings of Leon and Paul Weller – and The Thirsty Scholar Bar, a buzzing student hangout famous for quiz nights, karaoke, club events, and great food & drink.

We’re now looking for enthusiastic Bar People to join our team and be part of the action.

What you’ll be doing:

• Serving drinks and bar food with confidence and a smile
• Welcoming guests and creating a great first impression
• Keeping the bar and service areas looking sharp
• Handling payments responsibly and accurately
• Supporting a wide range of events - from live gigs to student parties
• Working as part of a friendly, multicultural team

What we’re looking for:

• Previous bar or hospitality experience is a plus - but enthusiasm and a great attitude are just as important
• A positive, outgoing personality and genuine love of customer service
• Ability to stay cool in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work evenings and late nights
• A reliable team player who shows up ready to make a difference

What we offer:

• £12.71 per hour + holiday pay (rising to £14.80/hr after probation)
• £3 food allowance for every shift over 4 hours
• 50% off food at The Thirsty Scholar Bar
• The chance to work at one of London’s most exciting live music venues
• A fun, diverse, and welcoming team environment
• The ability to join our NEST pension scheme

If you’re energetic, reliable, and love the buzz of a busy bar, we want to hear from you!

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