Bartender

Luso - MJMK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Free staff meals

Referral bonus

Career development

Enhanced parental pay

Extra holiday days

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Luso, part of MJMK Restaurants, is seeking a skilled bartender for its contemporary Portuguese restaurant in London. You will uphold drink presentation, follow recipes precisely, manage bar prep, and contribute to a fast-paced, guest-focused service environment alongside a professional kitchen and service team.

Join MJMK Restaurants and enjoy benefits including staff discounts, free meals on shift, and opportunities for career development within a growing group of acclaimed venues.

Qualifications

• Experience in a bartender role within a quality-focused, high-volume bar or restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Able to consistently follow recipes and maintain drink presentation and standards.
• Confident in managing prep for bar service, including garnishes, syrups, and stock rotation.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Drink preparation

Stock rotation

Food hygiene & safety

High-volume service

Guest service

Communication

Team training

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Job description

Bartender Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in a bartender role within a quality-focused, high-volume bar or restaurant
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer
• Able to consistently follow recipes and maintain drink presentation and standards
• Confident in managing prep for bar service, including garnishes, syrups, and stock rotation
• Highly organised and capable of maintaining a clean, efficient, and well-stocked bar throughout service
• Committed to delivering warm, engaging, and professional service at all times
• Skilled in taking accurate drink orders, processing transactions, and managing tabs/bills with precision
• Excellent communication skills and able to work seamlessly with the kitchen, floor, and door teams
• Passionate about providing memorable guest experiences through product knowledge and personalised recommendations
• Willing to contribute to daily briefings and help train other team members on drink offerings
• Understands and complies with all food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Reliable, punctual, and a proactive team player who thrives in busy service environments
• Strong attention to detail and able to spot and address issues quickly, especially under pressure

What We Offer Our Bartender:

• 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants
• Free staff meals while on shift
• Up to £500 team referral bonus
• Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us
• Extra day’s holiday every year you’re with us, up to 5 extra days
• Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program

About LUSO

Opened September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz. Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal’s Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal’s terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta’s legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space.

About MJMK Restaurants

MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a fine dining restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star, named as one the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.

2024 saw the launch of two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair—our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra—and AngloThai in Marylebone, the debut restaurant from husband-and-wife team John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star.

At the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named 'The Square Opening of the Year' in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL. September, saw the opening of Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia.