Bartender

The Soho Hotel; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Health cash plan

Staff discounts

Complimentary meals on shift

Training & English lessons

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Soho Hotel is seeking an enthusiastic Bartender to join a high-volume bar team in a luxury setting. You will craft a wide range of drinks, deliver outstanding guest service, and maintain a pristine bar area.

We value teamwork, a positive attitude, and a passion for detail, with opportunities for training, development, and staff perks within a dynamic hospitality culture.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Experience in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Passion for detail and creating delightful drinks.
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Preparing a wide range of beverages with precision and creativity.
• Providing excellent customer service to ensure a memorable guest experience.
• Maintaining a clean and organised bar area in line with health and safety regs.
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver seamless service during high-volume periods.
• Continuously expanding knowledge of cocktails, spirits and beverages to enhance our offering.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Enthusiasm

Job description

Are you passionate about hospitality and eager to be part of an exceptional bar team? Join us at The Soho Hotel, where we pride ourselves on delivering inspirational service and crafting delicious drinks in a dynamic, high-volume environment. Firmdale Hotels, renowned for our unique and luxury boutique hotels, offers a vibrant and rewarding work culture where your enthusiasm and dedication are highly valued.

As a Bartender at The Soho Hotel, you will be a key player in our outstanding bar team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision and creativity.
• Providing excellent customer service, ensuring every guest has a memorable experience.
• Maintaining a clean and organised bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver seamless service during high-volume periods.
• Continuously expanding your knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and other beverages to enhance our offering

What you Need:

• A keen willingness to work as part of a team.
• Experience in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• A passion for detail and a love for creating delightful drinks.
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

What We Offer

• We offer a competitive salary plus service charge and benefits to be discussed at venue
• Access to Stream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
• One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

About Us

Inspired by one of London's most creative and iconic neighbourhoods, The Soho Hotel is a celebration of modern art, bold design and the vibrant energy that has made Soho famous the world over. Widely regarded as Soho's first luxury hotel when it opened in 2004, it sits on a quiet street at the heart of this buzzing entertainment district, surrounded by top London restaurants, theatre and music in every direction.

To work here is to be immersed in that creative spirit every day. The Soho Hotel is a place where personality and passion are valued as much as skill, and where every member of the team plays a part in bringing an extraordinary guest experience to life.

Awards and Accolades

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026
• One Michelin Key, 2024, 2025
• Condé Nast Traveller 'Triple Crown', 2026
• Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveller, 2025
• Best Hotels in London, The Telegraph, 2024
• Coolest Hotels in London, The Times, 2024

Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale has grown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York as well restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio and Laundry facility.

Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.