Bartender

Arcade; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Wage advance facility

Seasonal meals

Birthday/career milestones budget

Staff chill out areas

Balanced rotas

Restaurant-wide discount

Arcade/JKS restaurant discounts

Counselling and health services access

Hospitality Action support

Team parties

Job summary

Arcade Tottenham Court Road in London is seeking a talented Bartender to join the bar team. You will deliver outstanding service, craft drinks, and work closely with teams to ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced venue.

The role emphasizes strong knowledge of spirits, classic and modern cocktails, and a passion for hospitality. We welcome energetic, creative individuals who love making guests feel special and thrive in a bustling, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high standard bar service.
• Ability to make 5 classic cocktails from memory.
• Creative thinker with a can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication and rapport building skills.
• Passionate about bartending and crafting drinks.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-tier bar service and hospitality to guests.
• Manage your section and ensure smooth bar operations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of spirits, mixology techniques, and cocktails.
• Follow food safety and health & safety regulations.
• Attend briefings and training to keep skills sharp.
• Opportunity for cross-training across restaurant areas.

Skills

Bar service

Cocktail knowledge

Creativity

Communication

Hospitality

Organisation

Job description

Join Our Bar Team – Bring The Energy, Craft The Drinks, Shape The Experience!

About Arcade

Arcade is one of UK’s most ambitious and exciting hospitality projects! A dynamic playground where world-class chefs, bold culinary ideas, and vibrant guest experiences come together under one roof. As a brand incubator, we launch, operate, and scale original concepts that celebrate global cuisines and exceptional drink culture.

About The Role

We’re looking for a talented and passionate Bartender to join the bar team of one of London’s most exciting venues – Arcade Tottenham Court Road! The successful candidate will work closely with all teams on the floor to deliver exceptional service while keeping bar operations smooth and seamless.

Working Closely With Our Bar Managers, You Will

• Provide top-tier hospitality by building professional, warm and genuine connections with our guests
• Manage your section like a pro, ensuring smooth bar service and happy guests
• Good understanding of spirits, mixology techniques, and classic & modern cocktail recipes
• Follow all Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations like a champ
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions to keep your skills sharp
• Get the opportunity to be cross trained across all areas of the restaurant!

We'd Love To Hear From You If You

• Bring experience in a similar role delivering high standard bar service
• Can you make 5 classic cocktails from memory
• Are a creative thinker with a can-do attitude
• Bring excellent communication and rapport building skills
• Are passionate bartending and creative when it comes to crafting and serving drinks
• Are you a hospitality superstar who loves making guests feel special
• Bring strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks under pressure

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Working At Arcade

Our teams are the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. At Arcade, we’re more than just a restaurant group... We’re a collective of bold, diverse food and drink brands driven by creativity, collaboration, and a passion for hospitality. We believe in growing together, empowering our people, and creating opportunities to thrive across all areas of the business. Whether onsite, behind the scenes or head office, working at Arcade means being part of something exciting, fast-moving, and truly unique in the hospitality industry.

Benefits Of Being Part Of The Team

Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

• Refer a friend bonus
• Internal wage advance facility to instantly access the wages you’ve earned
• Delicious, seasonal meals when you’re at work
• A restaurant recognition budget for Birthday goodies and career milestones
• Dedicated staff chill out areas with kitchens and your own seating off the restaurant floor
• Balanced rotas. Your time outside of work is important to us
• 50% off food in our restaurants for you and your loved ones
• 50% off food in JKS restaurants within Arcade for you and your loved ones
• Access to counselling, remote GP/physio services, legal advice and more through
• Hospitality Action 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year
• Summer and Christmas team parties where we all down tools and have some fun!