Bartender

Accor; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time bartender to work evening shifts at a hotel. Responsibilities include providing exceptional guest service, preparing a variety of beverages, and maintaining a clean bar area. Ideal candidates have previous experience in hospitality, strong mixology knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a salary of £14.50 per hour plus tips, along with benefits such as a pension scheme and discounts at hotels worldwide.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Discount card for Accor hotels

Complimentary stays in UK hotels

Training & development opportunities

Additional holidays with service

Recommend-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a bartender or in a similar hospitality role.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, wines, and beers.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and ensure excellent service.
• Prepare, mix, and serve beverages according to guest preferences.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cocktail trends and beverage pairings.
• Adhere to health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Mixology expertise

Communication skills

Guest-oriented approach

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a full‑time bartender to work evening shifts at a hotel. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional guest service by preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages while maintaining a clean and organised bar area.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and ensure excellent service at all times.
• Prepare, mix, and serve beverages according to hotel recipes and guest preferences.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of cocktail trends, wine lists, and beverage pairings.
• Keep the bar area clean and organised, including glassware, equipment, and stock.
• Monitor guest behaviour and ensure responsible service of alcohol in line with licensing laws.
• Support the Food & Beverage team with stock control, ordering and inventory checks.
• Promote hotel facilities, events and loyalty programmes to enhance the guest experience.
• Handle guest complaints professionally and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Adhere to all health, safety and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a bartender or in a similar hospitality role, preferably in a hotel or luxury setting.
• Strong knowledge of mixology, spirits, wines and beers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a guest‑oriented approach.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional appearance and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.

Additional Information & Advantages

• £14.50 per hour salary and tips.
• Pension scheme.
• Discount card for use in Accor hotels worldwide.
• Complimentary stays in UK hotels (subject to availability and terms & conditions).
• Training & development opportunities.
• Additional holidays with service.
• International development opportunities.
• Recommend‑a‑friend scheme and a dedicated Employee Advisory Service.

Diversity & Inclusion & EEO Statement

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to skills and qualifications. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities. Let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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