Bartender

Parallel by Pasture - Cardiff; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of Tronc

28 days holiday

20% off food and drink

Growth opportunities

Volunteer day

Job summary

Parallel by Pasture in Cardiff is seeking a passionate bartender to join the Front of House team. You’ll mix cocktails, engage guests, and contribute to a vibrant dining atmosphere in a fast-paced setting.

You’ll earn an hourly rate of £12.90 plus an average £3.80–£4 per hour in Tronc, with 100% of Tronc distributed to staff. Expect energetic shift-work, teamwork, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience behind the bar in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong people skills and customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to learn about drinks, food and service.

Responsibilities

• Mixing, shaking, pouring and preparing high-quality drinks.
• Delivering memorable guest experiences from bar to table.
• Recommending food and drink pairings based on guest preferences.
• Supporting the team on the floor during busy services.
• Handling payments and cash accurately.
• Keeping the bar stocked, organized and spotless.
• Staying alert to guests' needs and creating a buzzing atmosphere.
• Following health and safety regulations.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Parallel by Pasture - Bartender

Bring the energy. Serve the drinks. Create the vibe.

Be Part Of the Experience at Parallel Nestled in the heart of Cardiff, Parallel is a vibrant and immersive dining destination that sits alongside its renowned sister restaurant, Pasture. Built around the theatre of live-fire cooking and exceptional hospitality, Parallel offers a dynamic, high-energy experience where guests can enjoy beautifully crafted food, outstanding drinks, and a front-row seat to the action. Our intimate dining room is centred around an open kitchen and chef's counter, allowing guests to watch the team work their magic while enjoying a menu of expertly crafted small plates and Parallel favourites. The menu evolves monthly, showcasing the very best seasonal ingredients from Wales and the West Country, ensuring every visit offers something new to discover. Adding to the experience is the exciting new Parallel Bar – a sleek and stylish cocktail destination in its own right. Here, guests can enjoy expertly mixed cocktails, carefully selected wines, premium spirits, and delicious nibbles while watching the theatre of our talented bartenders at work. Whether stopping in for pre-dinner drinks, settling in for an evening with friends, or making the bar the main event, Parallel Bar offers an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and welcoming. At Parallel, creativity, craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality are at the heart of everything we do. We're always looking for passionate, talented individuals who want to be part of a team dedicated to delivering memorable experiences and pushing the boundaries of what hospitality can be. Croeso i Parallel — welcome to something special.

Pay: Hourly rate £12.90 + £3.80–£4 per hour in Tronc (on average).

In addition to your standard hourly wage, you'll receive a share of Tronc, of which 100% is distributed to the team.

We're on the hunt for a passionate, energetic, and team-focused superstar to join our vibrant crew!

We’re on the lookout for an outgoing, passionate bartender to join the Front of House team at Parallel by Pasture, a vibrant, intimate restaurant where small plates meet bold flavours and laid-back luxury. If you love working in a fast-paced, high-quality dining environment and have a talent for mixing drinks, connecting with people, and delivering standout hospitality, this could be your perfect next move.

Parallel is a place where quality and creativity lead everything we do, from the food on the plate to the drinks at the bar. We pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences through warm, relaxed service, beautifully curated cocktails, and an atmosphere that’s both elevated and inclusive. As part of our crew, you’ll bring energy to the room, personality to the service, and good vibes to every shift.

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who lives and breathes hospitality. You’ll bring experience behind the bar in a fast-paced environment, and you’re just as comfortable recommending a dish as you are shaking a killer cocktail. You’re a natural people person, warm, switched on, and ready to create unforgettable experiences for every guest. You love working as part of a team, jump in wherever you’re needed, and keep things running smooth, clean, and fun. You’ve got a good grasp of drinks (and a thirst to learn more), and you thrive when the pressure’s on and the music’s up. You bring energy, pride, and professionalism to everything you do.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Mixing, shaking, pouring and preparing high-quality drinks with style and consistency
• Delivering smooth, personal and memorable guest experiences from bar to table
• Recommending food and drink pairings based on guest preferences
• Supporting your team on the floor during busy services
• Handling payments and cash with accuracy and efficiency
• Keeping the bar stocked, organised, and spotless at all times
• Staying switched on to guests' needs and helping create a buzzing, welcoming atmosphere
• Following all health, safety and food & beverage regulations

You

You’re confident, upbeat, and love creating special moments for guests. You bring both personality and professionalism to the floor, and you thrive in a team that works hard and has fun doing it. Whether you’re mixing cocktails, talking small plates, or jumping in to help a teammate, you show up with purpose and positivity. You’re curious, driven, and always looking for ways to grow your knowledge— especially around drinks, food, and service. At your core, you’re a host: welcoming, generous, and always focused on making people feel at home.

Benefits at Pasture

• The hourly rate shown includes a competitive share of Tronc: 100% of Tronc is distributed to the staff.
• 28 days holiday - including bank holidays
• 20% off food and drink in our restaurants for up to six people
• Opportunity for growth and progression
• Long service benefits
• 1 day of paid volunteering per year, with a charity of your choice
• Regular staff trips are arranged to our farm and to our suppliers
• Employee assistance program provided by Hospitality Action
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Wagestream
• Company events and parties