Bar Person - Food & Beverage

Bowood; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday entitlement (31 days including Bank Holidays)

Uniform provided

Meals whilst on duty

Pension

Free on-site parking

Free entry to Bowood House and Gardens

Discounted Golf Membership

Discounted spa treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Company events

Job summary

Bowood in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated Bar Person to enhance guest experiences at their Shelburne Restaurant. The successful candidate will ensure high standards in beverage service and product knowledge, participate in upselling, and maintain a safe working environment. Experience in bartending is essential. The role offers full-time hours with flexible shifts, various employee benefits, and the opportunity to work in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Previous barista or bartending experience is essential.
• Confident communicator with a proactive sales mindset.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present beverages to high standards.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrate strong product knowledge including latte art.

Skills

Barista or bartending experience

Strong knowledge of coffee preparation

Cocktail basics

Sales mindset

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences? Do you take pride in creating memorable moments that elevate every stage of the guest journey?

At Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, we pride ourselves on offering outstanding service in a truly unique setting. Nestled within the beautiful Bowood Estate, our guests expect excellence at every touchpoint—and our team consistently delivers. We are now seeking a professional and enthusiastic Bar Person to join our Shelburne Restaurant team.

About the Role

Working under the direction of the Restaurant Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the presentation and service of all beverages meet our high standards of quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction. You will support operations across the Shelburne Bar, as well as assist with other bars and the wider Food & Beverage team as required.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 on a shift rota basis. Applicants must be flexible to cover shifts between 15:00–23:30 or 17:00–01:00. Due to our location, own transport is essential as public transport is not available.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present beverages to the highest standards within the Shelburne Bar
• Deliver exceptional, professional customer service in line with brand expectations
• Demonstrate strong product knowledge including latte art, espresso calibration, and basic mixology
• Proactively drive sales through confident upselling and suggestive selling
• Manage stock effectively, including restocking beverages, ice, and garnishes
• Accurately process cash and card payments using our POS system
• Complete end-of-shift cashing up, balancing tills and securing takings in line with procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and fully sanitised working environment, adhering to all health & safety and food safety regulations

About You

• Previous barista or bartending experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of coffee preparation and cocktail basics
• A confident communicator with a proactive sales mindset
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• A team player who takes pride in delivering high standards
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work evening and weekend shifts with own transport

The benefits include

• Enhanced holiday entitlement (31 days including Bank Holidays)
• Uniform provided
• Meals whilst on duty
• Pension
• Free on-site parking
• Free entry to Bowood House and Gardens during the open season
• Hugely discounted Golf Membership (on successful completion of your probationary period)
• Discounted spa treatments and 50% off our beautiful TEMPLESPA products
• Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action
• Company events

If you are ready to bring your passion for hospitality to a role where you can shape memorable guest experiences from the very first welcome to the final farewell, we would love to hear from you.

Among the finest luxury 4 star hotels in Wiltshire, a stay at Bowood is one never to be forgotten. Located in Calne, the hotel is at the heart of the Bowood Estate, where we offer dreamy overnight stays, delicious home-cooked cuisine and a very warm welcome. With our award-winning spa and championship golf course, a stay can be as busy or as relaxed as our clients wish.