Barback

Auberge Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge House, part of the Auberge Collection, sits in Mayfair and opens as a luxury hotel. As a Barback you will support the bar team across Major's, In & Out and Reuben Bar, ensuring stations are prepared and stocked for seamless service.

You will polish glassware, replenish supplies, assist with stock deliveries, and maintain cleanliness to create a welcoming, high-standard bar environment. Previous barback or upscale hospitality experience, attention to detail, flexibility for evenings and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Barback, or in a similar hospitality role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining exceptional standards.
• A positive, collaborative attitude and confidence working alongside team members in a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine enthusiasm for learning, developing your craft and becoming part of the Cambridge House story.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, as required.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Ensure each station is clean, organised and fully equipped for the day or evening ahead.
• Replenish ice, glassware, spirits, wines, beers, mixers, garnishes and other essentials, anticipating the needs of the bartenders before the pace picks up.
• Stay attentive to the rhythm of service, responding promptly to requests and helping the bar team maintain a smooth, unhurried experience.
• Polish glassware, handle equipment with care and ensure that fridges, storage areas and workstations remain immaculate.
• Support stock deliveries, rotation, storage and replenishment, keeping supplies organised and reporting shortages or discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain exemplary standards of cleanliness, hygiene, health and safety, following all relevant procedures throughout your shift.
• Contribute to a welcoming, respectful working environment where team members look out for one another.

Skills

Barback experience

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Shift flexibility

Right to work UK

Job description

Since 1756, Cambridge House has been the home where the Great and the Glorious gather. The storied Mayfair townhouse reawakens in 2026. The centuries old landmark, which has welcomed tastemakers and world shapers throughout its rich history, will be the capital’s most magnetic and vibrant gathering place and experience-driven luxury hotel. The imaginative renewal of this historic property at 94 Piccadilly will capture the spirit of London like no other, providing a captivating new Mayfair destination for Londoners and international visitors alike.

Set in the historic building which formerly housed the iconic In and Out military club, the 18th Century Georgian mansion and Grade 1-listed Palladian-style townhouse will be brilliantly reimagined as a 102-room hotel. Preserving its rich heritage while offering a harmonious blend of luxuriously private and vibrant social spaces replete with unique dining destinations and Auberge spa. It will also be home to an exclusive members club set to define the new pulse of modern London life.

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Job Description

As a Barback at Cambridge House, you will play an essential role behind the scenes at one of our distinctive bars: Major's, In & Out or Reuben Bar. With a keen eye for detail, a proactive spirit and genuine pride in your work, you will ensure our bars are impeccably prepared, beautifully presented and ready for seamless service. Working closely with our Bartenders, you will help create exceptional drinking experiences while developing your knowledge and skills. Joining us for our opening chapter, you will contribute to shaping the unique atmosphere and service culture of Cambridge House.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure each station is clean, organised and fully equipped for the day or evening ahead.

Replenish ice, glassware, spirits, wines, beers, mixers, garnishes and other essentials, anticipating the needs of the bartenders before the pace picks up.

Stay attentive to the rhythm of service, responding promptly to requests and helping the bar team maintain a smooth, unhurried experience, even when the House is at its liveliest.

Polish glassware, handle equipment with care and ensure that fridges, storage areas and workstations remain immaculate and ready for service.

Support stock deliveries, rotation, storage and replenishment, keeping supplies organised and reporting shortages or discrepancies promptly.

Maintain exemplary standards of cleanliness, hygiene, health and safety, following all relevant procedures throughout your shift.

Contribute to a welcoming, respectful working environment where team members look out for one another, celebrate the small victories and take collective pride in the experience we create.

Qualifications

Previous experience as a Barback, or in a similar hospitality role, ideally within an upscale bar, restaurant or hotel.

Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining exceptional standards.

A positive, collaborative attitude and confidence working alongside team members in a fast-paced environment.

A genuine enthusiasm for learning, developing your craft and becoming part of the Cambridge House story.

Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, as required.

Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.