Bartender

Engel & Jang (Rexangel Limited); Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on duty

Uniform provided

Employee rewards programs

Long-service awards

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Engel & Jang (Rexangel Limited) in London is seeking an experienced Bartender to join our Front of House team. The role focuses on crafting cocktails, delivering warm guest service and supporting private events at a renowned venue.

You will bring a passion for hospitality, strong drink knowledge and a personable approach to create memorable experiences for guests in a busy, iconic setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as Bartender or similar role in quality bars or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits and bar operations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, spirits, wines and other beverages to high standards.
• Provide warm, professional, friendly service to all guests.
• Maintain knowledge of drinks menu, ingredients and products.
• Make recommendations and guide guests through drinks offering.
• Collaborate with Front of House team for a smooth guest experience.
• Support delivery of private events and functions at Engel.
• Maintain a clean, stocked bar during service.
• Assist with stock management, deliveries and replenishment.
• Follow health, safety, licensing and hygiene requirements.
• Deliver consistently high standards of hospitality and guest service.

Skills

Cocktails & spirits knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Hospitality experience

Teamwork

Job description

Bartender – Join the Team at Engel

Join the team at Engel, an exceptional bar & events space situated on the Mezzanine of the iconic Royal Exchange in the heart of the City of London.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and personable Bartender to join our Front of House team. Start date: September 2026.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for hospitality, strong knowledge of cocktails and spirits, and a natural ability to connect with guests. You will play an important role in creating a memorable experience by delivering friendly, professional and consistently high standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, spirits, wines and other beverages to consistently high standards.
• Provide warm, professional and friendly service to all guests.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of our drinks menu, ingredients and products.
• Make recommendations and confidently guide guests through our drinks offering.
• Work closely with the wider Front of House team to ensure a smooth and memorable guest experience.
• Support the delivery of private events and functions within Engel.
• Maintain a clean, organised and fully stocked bar throughout service.
• Assist with stock management, deliveries and replenishment.
• Follow all health & safety, licensing and hygiene requirements.
• Deliver consistently high standards of hospitality and guest service.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Bartender or in a similar role within a quality bar, restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits and bar operations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Warm, confident and professional personality.
• Highly motivated, proactive and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy Front of House team.
• A natural hospitality professional who enjoys interacting with guests.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent service standards.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.

The Role

• £16.27 per hour.
• 40-hour contract.
• Monday to Saturday operation - we are closed on Sundays.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for career growth, with internal training and succession plans supporting progression within the business.
• 28-30 days' holiday per year, increasing with length of service.
• Uniform provided.
• Meal on duty.
• Employee reward programmes and long-service awards.
• A fun, professional and dynamic working environment.
• The opportunity to work in one of London's most iconic locations.