Bartender

Apex Hotels; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday

Training and development from day one

Employee events and celebrations

Inhouse employee communication app

Access to gym and pools

Healthy meals to enjoy while working

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial wellbeing app - early pay

£200 referral bonus

Discounts on room rates for employees

Job summary

Apex Hotels in London is seeking a Bartender to join our Food & Beverage team. You will be responsible for the setup, service and close of the bar, delivering drinks to guests and collaborating with the kitchen and service staff to ensure a smooth dining experience.

You will craft both classic and signature cocktails, provide warm guest service, and uphold Apex standards. The role offers development opportunities and a supportive team culture in a bustling hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Strong guest service with a warm, welcoming approach.
• Proven passion for drinks and storytelling cocktails.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow Apex standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Set bar according to Apex standards.
• Record drink orders promptly and accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness in all bar areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Report equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to management.
• Assist with stock replenishment and inventory.
• Be flexible to fill in as needed to ensure smooth operation.

Skills

Customer service

Mixology

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Why join Apex Hotels?

You’ll be welcomed into Apex Hotels with genuine warmth as you join us as a Bartender in London. From your very first day, you’ll be part of a team that truly cares, where people feel valued, included, and connected. We love individuality - it’s what brings the spark, the curiosity, and the human touch to every interaction.

You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes:

• 29 days holiday


• Training and development from day one


• Employee events and celebrations


• Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP


• Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools


• Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working.


• Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme


• Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date.


• £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team.

Following your first successful 3 months, you’ll also receive ……

• Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform \"Treat Yourself Here\", unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family.


• Involvement in our employee recognition schemes


• Long service recognition


• Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two


• 50% discount in our restaurants


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family


• Spa treatments and product discounts


• Life Assurance cover

Starting your Journey:

As a Bartender, you will contribute to achieving profitability and quality goals. This role is focused on, but not limited to, the hotel bar where you will be responsible for the setup, service and the closedown of the bar department. You will also be responsible for the service of both food and drinks to guests.You will be multiskilled across the Food & Beverage department and closely work with the Food and Beverage Assistants in making sure there is a smooth delivery of service to all guests, following Apex standards. You will have a passion for drinks, and enjoy creating unique, storytelling cocktails which create memories our guests will love.

You will embrace every opportunity to create extra special moments for our guests and provide a personal experience our guests will want to share.

Joining the dedicated Food and Beverage department, you will:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with Apex drink recipes.


• Prepare coffee if need be to our guests and table service.


• Set bar according to Apex standards.


• Record drink orders promptly and accurately after receipt.


• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.


• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.


• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to your manager.


• Assist the restocking and replenishment of inventory and supplies.


• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by your manager or immediate supervisor.

On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, giving you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be a great Bartender. With this in mind, we are looking for a Bartender who:

• Can deliver excellent standards


• Uses initiative


• Is self-aware and able to evaluate their own work


• Has a customer service attitude


• Has the ability to multi-task and provides excellent attention to detail


• Holds a genuine desire to provide a Warmer Welcome to our guests

Come and join our team, guided by our values of trust, friendliness, teamwork, and passion - the good stuff that makes hospitality feel effortless. Here, you’ll shine in your own way, creating joyful moments that lift the everyday.

Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.