Bartender

Leonardo London Aldgate; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special room rates

Recognition vouchers

Talent referral scheme

Wellbeing calendar

Job summary

Leonardo London Aldgate is seeking a Bartender to support the smooth running of the Food and Beverage department in our bustling City hotel, where guest satisfaction is paramount.

You will prepare and serve drinks and cocktails, welcome guests from all around the world, and work as part of a vibrant team to deliver first‑class hospitality with warmth, flair, and a genuine passion for service, continuously striving to exceed expectations.

Qualifications

• Great host and welcoming presence for diverse guests.
• Flair for drinks and cocktail presentation.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and going the extra mile.
• Preferably previous bar experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks and cocktails.
• Entertain and welcome guests in a busy setting.
• Work as part of a vibrant team to deliver first-class hospitality.

Skills

Great host

Flair for cocktails

Hospitality mindset

Bar experience desired

Job description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be LeonardoOnce you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!The Bartender will support the smooth running and objectives of the Food and Beverage department. All members of the Food and Beverage department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness.As a Bartender you’ll be one of the faces of the hotel, so we want you to bring your warm and friendly personality to work with you every day. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll be preparing and serving drinks and cocktails, entertaining and welcoming our guests, and working as part of a vibrant team to deliver first-class hospitality.If you’re our ideal Bartender, you will:• Be a great host for our guests – we greet guests from all around the world in our hotels so you’ll meet a really diverse range of people!• Have a genuine passion for hospitality and going the extra mile• Be a ‘show off’, and showcase your skills: we want to see your flair for drinks and cocktail making!• Preferably, have previous experience working in a barSome of the perks our Bartender could enjoy include:Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & EuropeCompany-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shopsTalent referral schemeThank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!Wellbeing CalendarOngoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progressionWe’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.Why come join us as a Bartender?We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!