Bar Team Member

The Caledonian Hotel; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Edinburgh is seeking a Bartender to create memorable guest experiences and deliver exceptional luxury-standard service. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong bartending skills, a passion for beverage innovation, and exceptional customer service. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of £12.46 along with exclusive benefits, including discounted hotel stays and personal development opportunities. Join us and contribute to the vibrant Food & Beverage department at an iconic venue.

Benefits

Free meals during shifts

50% off food & beverage

Discounted leisure facilities

Discounted hotel stays

Fully funded apprenticeships

28 days of annual leave

Pension enrolment

Qualifications

• Curiosity and commitment to developing bartending skills.
• Effective communication and exceptional customer service.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create memorable guest experiences across various dayparts.
• Deliver exceptional luxury-standard service.
• Warmly welcome and provide beverage guidance to guests.
• Prepare and serve drinks to exacting standards.
• Contribute creativity to the cocktail menu.
• Maintain a well-stocked and functional bar.
• Handle cash and charges accurately.
• Upsell premium offerings through product knowledge.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
• Support other departments as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance skills.
• Comply with hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Bartending skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Salesmanship

Job description

Job Ref: AM15038
Branch: The Caledonian Edinburgh
Location: The Caledonian, Edinburgh
Salary/Benefits: £12.46 Per Hour + Exclusive Benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time (40 Hours per week)
Posted date: 08/12/2025
Closing date: 08/01/2026

Our Story

The Caledonian Edinburgh has embodied the best in Scottish hospitality for over a hundred years. Situated at the West End of Princes Street, this former Victorian railway hotel nestles in the shadow of the Edinburgh Castle, within walking distance of Princes Street Gardens, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We are delighted to celebrate The Caledonian’s 120th anniversary in Scotland’s capital, proudly celebrating and sharing its stories, anecdotes and memories throughout the hotel and beyond.

We would love for you to embark on the journey to our next chapter, The Caley Way!

Our Management Company

As part of the Klarent Hospitality Portfolio, we are dedicated to offering our team excellent opportunities for growth and development. We take great pride in recognising and rewarding the hard work, commitment and long service of our exceptional team members.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland. We nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

Exclusive Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate of £12.46
• Free and healthy meals when on duty.
• 50% off our Food & Beverage Venues – The Court & Caley Bar
• Discounted use of Leisure Facilities
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices
• Even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives,
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&Cs apply
• 28 Day of Annual Leave, increasing with long service
• Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days
• Pension enrolment
• We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion - whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality.

The Role

• Create memorable guest experiences across all dayparts, from morning coffee to afternoon tea, lunch, and evening cocktails.
• Deliver exceptional, luxury-standard service that upholds the hotel’s reputation for elegance and refinement.
• Warmly welcome guests, provide professional beverage guidance, and tailor experiences to individual preferences.
• Prepare and serve drinks to exacting standards, demonstrating strong knowledge of premium spirits, wines, and classic cocktails.
• Contribute creativity and innovation to the cocktail menu, developing new and inspiring drink offerings.
• Maintain an immaculate, well-stocked, and fully functional bar, ensuring all equipment meets operational standards.
• Handle cash, charges, and float procedures accurately and in compliance with company policies.
• Upsell premium products and services through thorough knowledge of hotel offerings and luxury brand standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues across all Food & Beverage outlets to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
• Support other departments when required, demonstrating flexibility and a positive team attitude.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance mixology skills and deepen product knowledge.
• Comply with all hygiene, fire, health, and safety regulations.
• Bring passion, creativity, and a guest-focused mindset, with a warm and approachable demeanour.

What We Desire

• Demonstrate curiosity and commitment to developing bartending skills.
• Uphold high service standards with strong attention to detail and polished presentation.
• Communicate effectively and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Multitask and stay composed in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Contribute positively as a team player.
• Maintain flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Why Join Us?

At The Caledonian Edinburgh, we believe in fostering talent and providing a dynamic, luxurious work environment. You will have the opportunity to develop your career, whether by enhancing your mixology skills, contributing to new cocktail creations, or growing within the hotel’s vibrant Food & Beverage department. We value creativity, passion, and dedication to excellence, offering ongoing training and opportunities for advancement.

If you have the passion, creativity, and dedication to provide the highest standard of service and contribute your ideas to elevate our cocktail offerings, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of an iconic hotel where luxury and exceptional experiences are at the heart of everything we do. We’d love to hear from you!