Bartender

Market Halls Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitality rewards discounts

25% team discount across Market Halls

Free team meals

28 days holiday including birthday

Job summary

Market Halls Canary Wharf is seeking a Bartender to be at the centre of the action, delivering fast, friendly service across two floors and 11 kitchens. You’ll welcome guests, mix drinks to high standards and contribute to a vibrant dining hall experience.

The role offers energetic shifts in London’s financial district, with training, opportunities to learn, and benefits including competitive pay, team meals, a 28-day holiday allowance and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experienced behind a bar or in a busy, guest-facing hospitality role.
• Passionate about great drinks and memorable guest experiences.
• Confident communicator with a friendly, engaging approach.
• Reliable, energetic and able to work under pressure.
• Team player in fast-paced environments.
• Flexible for evenings, weekends and peak trading times.
• Lives Market Halls values: fun-loving, inclusive, passionate, accountable and kind.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, serve and present drinks to company standards
• Deliver fast, friendly and consistent service
• Maintain a clean, well-organised and fully stocked bar
• Recommend drinks confidently and upsell where appropriate
• Create warm, memorable guest interactions
• Follow all safety, compliance and cash-handling procedures
• Support a positive, collaborative team culture

Skills

Bar experience

Guest service

Communication

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

Bartender – Market Halls Canary Wharf

Nearest Station: Canary Wharf (Jubilee, Elizabeth and DLR)

Craft drinks. Deliver service. Elevate the guest experience.

Are you a Bartender who thrives in buzzing, energetic environments? At Market Halls, being a Bartender means far more than pouring drinks — you’ll help create unforgettable guest moments at the heart of one of London’s most exciting food halls. As a Bartender, you’ll bring personality, pace and passion to every shift, working alongside some of the city’s most innovative independent kitchens. If you’re a Bartender who loves great hospitality, great people and great vibes, you’ll fit right in.

Right in the heart of London’s financial district, our Canary Wharf venue is a lively social hotspot, drawing in weekday workers, locals and weekend explorers. Spread across two vibrant floors with 11 kitchens and three busy bars, every shift is full of energy, new faces and fresh flavours. It’s a fast-paced, friendly and dynamic place to work, offering plenty of opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Why work with us

• Competitive pay up to £14.42 per hour
• Access to Hospitality Rewards including retail and gym discounts and 24/7 wellbeing support
• 25% team discount across all Market Halls traders
• Fresh, complimentary team meals every shift
• 28 days holiday, including your birthday off
• Structured training and development with coaching, mentoring, workshops and project opportunities

The role

As a Bartender at Market Halls, you'll be right at the centre of the action. You will:

• Prepare, serve and present drinks to company standards
• Deliver fast, friendly and consistent service
• Maintain a clean, well-organised and fully stocked bar
• Recommend drinks confidently and upsell where appropriate
• Create warm, memorable guest interactions
• Follow all safety, compliance and cash-handling procedures
• Support a positive, collaborative team culture

About you

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced behind a bar or in a busy, guest-facing hospitality role
• Passionate about great drinks, great service and memorable guest experiences
• A confident communicator with a friendly, engaging approach
• Reliable, energetic and comfortable working under pressure
• A team player who enjoys fast-paced environments
• Flexible for evenings, weekends and peak trading times
• Someone who naturally lives our values: fun-loving, inclusive, passionate, accountable and kind

Our culture

Market Halls is built on inclusivity, creativity and community. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can grow, contribute and feel supported.