Bartender

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training and development

Career progression

Staff benefits and discounts

Job summary

London's prestigious private members' club is seeking an experienced bartender to join a permanent, full-time team. You will craft cocktails, wines, and spirits for discerning members with warmth, discretion, and a highly personalised approach.

Confidence behind the bar is essential; you will maintain perfect presentation, stay knowledgeable about drinks, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver a seamless member experience in a luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Passionate about luxury hospitality and exceptional service.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and wines.
• Discreet and professional when dealing with high-profile members.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks to the highest standards.
• Deliver warm, discreet, and personalised service to members and guests.
• Develop relationships with members and anticipate their preferences.
• Maintain knowledge of the drinks menu and make recommendations.
• Keep the bar impeccably presented, clean, and stocked.
• Follow licensing, health and safety requirements.
• Process orders and payments accurately.
• Assist with stock management and deliveries.
• Work with colleagues to ensure a seamless member experience.
• Support the wider team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Wines & spirits

Discretion

Attention to detail

People skills

Team player

Job description

Bartender sought for a prestigious private members' club in London, offering a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary of £32,000 plus tronc, dependent on experience. This role demands genuine passion for hospitality and a personable approach, delivering discreet, tailored service to discerning clientele.

Confidence behind the bar is essential, alongside thorough knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and wines. Success here hinges on meticulous attention to detail and recognising that small touches elevate the member experience. The club values individuals who take pride in crafting memorable moments. This is a career-defining post for a polished professional seeking to work within an exclusive London setting, where consistent, high-calibre service is the standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve an exceptional range of cocktails, wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks to the highest standards.
• Deliver warm, discreet and highly personalised service to members and their guests.
• Develop strong relationships with members, recognising preferences and anticipating their needs wherever possible.
• Maintain an excellent knowledge of the drinks menu and confidently make recommendations based on individual preferences.
• Ensure the bar is impeccably presented, clean, organised and fully stocked at all times.
• Maintain exceptional standards of presentation, service and attention to detail.
• Follow all licensing, health and safety requirements.
• Process orders and payments accurately and professionally.
• Assist with stock management, deliveries, rotation and stock counts.
• Work closely with colleagues across the club to ensure a seamless member experience.
• Support the wider team wherever required to maintain the club's exceptionally high standards.

About You

• Passionate about luxury hospitality and delivering exceptional service.
• Warm, personable and naturally engaging.
• Experienced working behind a bar within a luxury hotel, private members' club, fine dining restaurant or similarly high-end environment.
• Highly knowledgeable about cocktails, spirits, wines and premium drinks.
• Naturally discreet and understands the importance of confidentiality when working with high-profile and discerning members.
• Attentive to detail with a genuine desire to exceed expectations.
• Well presented, polished and professional.
• Confident in building long-term relationships with regular members and guests.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Calm, composed and professional at all times.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• The opportunity to work within one of London's most prestigious private members' clubs.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within the business.
• A professional and supportive working environment.
• Staff benefits and discounts.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals and develop your knowledge within an exceptional drinks environment.