Bartender

...At Sloane; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury 5-star hotel in Chelsea is seeking a passionate Bartender to create exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of experience in a high-volume environment, a love for cocktails, and the ability to perform under pressure. Responsibilities include crafting classic cocktails, ensuring prompt service, and maintaining health and safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary and various employee perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £41,000

Increased holiday allowance

Complimentary meals while on duty

Health Plan

Discounts on gym memberships

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role within a five-star hotel.
• Passion for cocktails and quality products.
• Flexibility to work late shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Create memorable experiences for guests.
• Work with the team to create classic cocktails.
• Handle customer complaints efficiently.

Skills

Intuitive service

Cocktail knowledge

Fluent English

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Position: Bartender

What will I get?

• Competitive salary up to £41,000 gross per annum (40 hours / week), including a base of £31,000 plus a generous £9,000–£10,000 gross per annum service charge
• Increased holiday allowance with length of service
• Complimentary meal while on duty
• HSF Health Plan*
• Dental cost reimbursement
• Optical cost reimbursement
• Complimentary coverage for your partner and children
• High street and grocery shopping discounts, as well as discounted cinema tickets and more.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Access to a 24 / 7 GP advice line and counselling services, including support for dependents.
• Employee referral program for line employees.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Contributory pension scheme*
• Upon successful completion of the probation period
• The service charge range fluctuates based on our forecasted business levels and may vary from month to month.

What will I be doing?

As a Bartender / Mixologist, your role demands a deep passion and expertise in premium beverages, along with prior experience working in high-volume restaurants and bars. Your primary objective will be to create exceptional and unforgettable experiences for guests, Your key responsibilities will include :

• Creating memorable experiences for our guests while ensuring that service is prompt and professional
• Working with the Head Bartender and other Bartenders to create classic cocktails that stand the test of time
• Being fully conversant in serving cocktails, drinks, and food to the hotel's standards
• Handling complaints in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensuring adherence to licensing laws and health and safety legislation.

What are we looking for?

• Intuitive service and an absolute understanding of our guests' needs to create exceptional service experiences that result in lasting memories
• Motivated, creative, and with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar role within a five-star hotel or fine dining environment
• Have a passion for cocktails and quality products, be a team player who is an avid learner and wants to be challenged and developed
• Be fluent in spoken and written English
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a pressured environment with the most demanding guests
• Have exceptional product knowledge, specifically around classic cocktails
• Be flexible to work on late shift including weekends and bank holidays.

Who are we?

We are a 5-star luxury lifestyle boutique hotel located in the heart of Chelsea. Set in a 19th century building next to Sloane Square station and featuring a rooftop restaurant, an intimate cocktail bar, and thirty exceptionally designed bedrooms, the property has been elegantly restored to create unique experiences.

Within one of London’s most stylish interiors, the hotel combines the quintessentially British style of the Cadogan Estate with a unique French touch. Designed as an exceptional and inspiring destination, it highlights the distinguished and historic pedigree of the Sloane Square Conservation Area in a private and intimate setting.

Independently run, the hotel employs passionate, focused individuals with a determination to succeed. To assist us in hosting our wonderful clients, we are on the search for the ambassadors of this truly unique property. They will be given the opportunity to make their own mark while delivering an exceptional service of unparalleled quality.