Bartender

The Rising Sun; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned Italian restaurant in the City Of London is seeking a full-time bartender. The role involves greeting guests, taking drink orders, and ensuring a clean bar environment. Candidates should have prior hospitality experience and strong knowledge of drink recipes. This fast-paced role offers a salary of £14 – £17 hourly.

Benefits

A percentage of service charge may be applicable

Qualifications

• Previous bar or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of drink recipes required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take drink orders promptly.
• Mix and serve drinks according to recipes.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area.
• Check customer identification for age verification.
• Manage bar inventory and restock supplies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Handle transactions accurately.

Skills

Previous experience in a bar or hospitality setting

Strong knowledge of drink recipes and mixology techniques

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure

Customer-focused with a friendly and outgoing demeanour

Ability to manage tabs responsibly

Job description

Welcome to The Rising Sun. We are a small family run Italian restaurant in the cusp of Mill Hill and Totteridge. We are looking for self‑motivated, proactive and passionate people to join the team who thrive on working in a fast‑paced environment and are ready for a challenge. To prepare and serve alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages to guests in a professional, friendly, and efficient manner while maintaining a clean and well‑stocked bar.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take drink orders promptly and courteously.
• Mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non‑alcoholic drinks according to recipes and guest preferences.
• Maintain a clean and organised bar area.
• Check the identification of customers to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
• Manage bar inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Handle card transactions accurately.
• Engage with guests to enhance their bar experience and promote menu items.
• Monitor guest behaviour and offer assistance when necessary to ensure safety.
• Work collaboratively with waitstaff and kitchen teams to support overall service.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bar or hospitality setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of drink recipes and mixology techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Customer‑focused with a friendly and outgoing demeanour.
• Ability to manage tabs responsibly.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Capable of lifting and moving bar stock.
• Comfortable working in a loud and busy environment.

Uniform

• Clean, white ironed shirt.
• Clean apron at all times.
• Dark trousers/jeans.
• Comfortable trainers.
• Hair should be neatly tied back and minimal jewellery worn.
• Personal hygiene must be maintained at a high standard.

Experience: Required

Languages: English – Advanced

Employment: Full‑time

Salary: £14 – £17 hourly

Benefits: A percentage of service charge may be applicable

About The Rising Sun

The Rising Sun is a family owned Italian Restaurant. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all guests and staff members. Typically a fast pace service is delivered as time is of the essence and we don't like to keep our guests waiting.