Barback

JKS Restaurants Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Gymkhana in London is seeking a Barback with a strong background in high-volume restaurants and bars who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will support bartenders, assist with service, restock and prep during peak times.

There are excellent opportunities for growth and career development within Gymkhana’s ambitious restaurant group, with emphasis on beverage and hospitality, and a appetite for learning and progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume restaurant or bar settings.
• Passion for beverage, food and hospitality.
• Eagerness to learn and develop career.
• Ability to roll up sleeves and get stuck in.

Responsibilities

• Support bartenders, assist service, restock and prep during busy periods.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist with mise en place.

Skills

High-volume service

Beverage knowledge

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Job description

The Restaurant

Gymkhana is inspired by the elite clubs of India where members of high society socialise, eat, drink, celebrate and play sport. The Gymkhana menus take influence from the breadth of India, focusing on tandoori-grilled specialties, classic regional curries, biryanis and chaat-style sharing plates. The flavours are bold, rooted in tradition and richly layered with spices. The bars at Gymkhana specialise in a collection of Club Cocktails, which showcase the finest Indian ingredients and flavour combinations, offering a modern Indian interpretation on renowned classics. Above the restaurant is 42, Gymkhana's intimate cocktail lounge. Gymkhana received its second Michelin Star in 2024, a decade after the first Star and winning Best Restaurant at the National Restaurant Awards and BMW Square Meal Restaurant of the Year.

The Position

As Barback you'll have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars and thrive in a fast-paced environment. There are great opportunities for growth and career development for the successful Barback.

The Successful Barback Will Have

• Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;
• Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;
• The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group;