Bartender

Oetker Hotel Management Company GmbH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season ticket loan

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Complimentary meals on duty

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on F&B

Job summary

The Lanesborough in London seeks a professional Bartender to join its luxury bar team, delivering exemplary service and maintaining bar standards for distinguished guests.

You will craft and present beverages, demonstrate extensive knowledge of spirits, and uphold immaculate grooming, with an element of manual handling as required.

London experience in a hotel environment is valued; training and progression opportunities are offered within Oetker Hotels' Masterpiece Collection.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in a bar within a luxury establishment.
• London experience and familiarity with a hotel environment is desirable but not essential.
• Immaculate grooming standards.
• Excellent beverage product knowledge is essential.
• This role requires an element of manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exemplary service and uphold standards for guests at the bar.
• Craft and present beverages to a discerning audience.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock levels; assist with bar setup and closing duties.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

English language

Bar knowledge

Job description

Garden Room

The Garden Room at The Lanesborough is an elegant cigar lounge designed for aficionados seeking a refined smoking experience. Home to an impressive selection of premium Cuban and pre-Castro cigars, it offers the perfect setting to enjoy a carefully chosen cigar alongside an exceptional Cognac or fine spirit.

The Lanesborough

Awarded No. 1 Hotel in London in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, on the doorstep of Hyde Park, just a short walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and London’s most exclusive shopping district; Sloane Street and Knightsbridge, this grand luxury mansion has undergone an inspired renovation by the famed interior designer Alberto Pinto. The hotel is home to 93 luxurious suites and bedrooms, modern British dining at The Lanesborough Grill, the vibrant Library Bar and Garden Room and the magnificent Lanesborough Club & Spa.

Oetker Hotels

Masterpiece Collection

Oetker hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872.

Candidate Profile

As a Bartender, you will be working as part of a professional bar team delivering exemplary service and standards to our guests. This is a key role with a key focus on guest recognition and the guest bar experience. You should be passionate about your work and have the desire to progress your career within the Company.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• Experience in a similar role in a bar within a luxury establishment is essential
• London experience and familiarity with a hotel environment is desirable but not essential
• Excellent command of the English language and a second language would be preferred
• Immaculate grooming standards
• Excellent beverage product knowledge is essential
• Please note this role requires an element of manual handling

In return

We believe in recognising and valuing the contributions of our team members. To support your wellbeing and growth, we provide a robust reward and benefits package, including:

Financial Wellbeing

• Season ticket loan
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Complimentary dry cleaning
• Safety shoes
• Retail discounts around Victoria, Westminster, Whitehall and the Northbank area

Health & Wellness

• Complimentary meals on duty
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flu vaccinations
• Discounted chiropodist and massage treatments
• Substantiality initiates
• Social and sports activities
• EAP – Employee Assistance Programme

Career Growth & Personal Development

• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
• Cross-departmental exposure
• Partnered with industry-leading training providers
• Internal learning gateway
• Free access to e-learning platform offering job-specific training and personal growth courses
• Subsidised professional qualifications and certified training programmes
• Financial incentives for bringing talents to The Lanesborough via ‘Recommend-A-Friend’ scheme

Recognition & Social Initiatives

• Award programmes throughout the year with generous prizes
• Long service awards
• Preferential room rate at The Lanesborough for you and your family
• 50% discount on F&B and Club & Spa treatments
• Social events (e.g. Annual Party, Recognition Celebrations, Children's Christmas Party, Departmental Appreciation Day, pub quiz, etc.)
• Celebrating your important moments (birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, newborns, etc.)
• Retirement parties

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

Eligibility

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.