Bartender

Heartwood Inns Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

50% off food

Birthday gift

Long service recognition

Cycle to work

Employee assistance programme

Early pay

Discounts through Reward Gateway

Job summary

Heartwood Inns Ltd is seeking a Bartender to join our welcoming pubs and brasseries across the Heartwood Collection, including Brasserie Blanc-inspired venues. You’ll deliver warm, personal service, craft drinks with flair, and help guests feel at home in a vibrant team environment.

The role operates on site in our Cambridge locations, with training and development through our Stepping Stones programme. Benefits include staff discounts and access to wellbeing and attendance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Excellent guest service and hospitality mindset.
• Flexible and reliable team player.
• Must be 18+ to serve alcohol and have a flair for drinks.

Skills

People skills

Interpersonal skills

Alcohol service

Job description

Bartender

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our team as a Bartender.

We’re an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer:

• Pay is based on National Living Wage + TRONC*
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• You’re a people person with great interpersonal skills and love making guests feel special
• You’re flexible, reliable, and passionate about delivering excellent service
• You must be over the age of 18 to serve alcohol and have a flair for drinks

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

*The hourly rate includes the National Living Wage and TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months’ average.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship

Compensation: Minimum Wage