Bartender

Marriott Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Marriott Hotel is seeking a friendly Bartender for the Gino D’Acampo restaurant and bar in Leeds. You’ll craft cocktails and a wide range of drinks, serving guests with warmth and Italian flair.

Join a vibrant team focused on guest experience, quality service and seamless bar-to-dining collaboration. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays and a professional appearance in uniform.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending or hospitality experience is desirable.
• A passion for drinks, cocktails and delivering excellent service.
• An interest in Italian food, drinks and hospitality would be advantageous
• An organised operator who can remain calm and professional in a busy restaurant environment
• An outgoing and engaging personality
• A positive mind-set and a genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences
• An impeccable eye for detail
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to a consistently high standard
• Create and serve cocktails, wines, beers, spirits and Italian-inspired drinks
• Take accurate orders and provide friendly, efficient and attentive service
• Use your knowledge and passion for drinks to make recommendations and enhance the guest experience
• Engage with guests and create a warm, welcoming and memorable atmosphere
• Maintain knowledge of the drinks menu and confidently answer guest questions
• Ensure the bar is fully stocked, clean, organised and ready for service
• Work closely with the restaurant team to ensure seamless service between the bar and dining areas
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and hygiene throughout the bar
• Process payments accurately and responsibly handle cash and card transactions
• Follow all licensing, health & safety and responsible alcohol service procedures
• Support with the opening and closing of the bar, including stock replenishment, cleaning and preparation

Skills

Great communicator

Hospitality experience

Passion for drinks

Italian food interest

Organised

Outgoing personality

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexible hours

Job description

See where your journey can take you

At Leeds Marriott Hotel, we believe in seizing opportunities and making your own adventure. A world of opportunity pulls up to your bar with every guest you meet – and you never know who might show up next. That big world also extends to our global, diverse family of associates. Like most families, we’re a group of unique individuals who bring different strengths, styles, personalities and interests to the table. And this makes every single day a new discovery. So, we ask, where will your journey take you?

We are looking for a Bartender to join the team at Gino D’Acampo at Leeds Marriott Hotel. You’ll play an important role in creating a memorable dining experience for our guests, delivering warm and engaging service while preparing and serving a fantastic selection of drinks in a vibrant Italian restaurant and bar environment.

Whether you’re crafting cocktails, recommending the perfect Italian wine, pouring a refreshing aperitivo or simply enjoying a conversation with a guest, you’ll help bring the Gino D’Acampo experience to life.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to a consistently high standard


• Create and serve cocktails, wines, beers, spirits and Italian-inspired drinks


• Take accurate orders and provide friendly, efficient and attentive service


• Use your knowledge and passion for drinks to make recommendations and enhance the guest experience


• Engage with guests and create a warm, welcoming and memorable atmosphere


• Maintain excellent knowledge of the drinks menu and confidently answer guest questions


• Ensure the bar is fully stocked, clean, organised and ready for service


• Work closely with the restaurant team to ensure seamless service between the bar and dining areas


• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and hygiene throughout the bar


• Process payments accurately and responsibly handle cash and card transactions


• Follow all licensing, health & safety and responsible alcohol service procedures


• Support with the opening and closing of the bar, including stock replenishment, cleaning and preparation

What we’re looking for

• A great communicator who genuinely enjoys connecting with guests


• Previous bartending or hospitality experience is desirable


• A passion for drinks, cocktails and delivering excellent service


• An interest in Italian food, drinks and hospitality would be advantageous


• An organised operator who can remain calm and professional in a busy restaurant environment


• An outgoing and engaging personality


• A positive mind-set and a genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences


• An impeccable eye for detail


• The ability to work effectively as part of a team


• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays

The impact you’ll make

You are a bright associate who is always looking for ways to improve the guest experience and go the extra mile. Behind the bar at Gino D’Acampo, you’ll help create an atmosphere that is warm, energetic and distinctly Italian.

You take pride in delivering first-class customer service, from preparing the perfect cocktail to recommending a wine or simply making a guest feel welcome. You understand that great bartending is about more than what’s in the glass – it’s about creating connections, anticipating needs and being part of an exceptional dining experience.

When you shine, our guests will remember not just what they ate and drank, but how you made them feel.

About the hotel

The Leeds Marriott Hotel comprises immaculately appointed guest rooms and suites, each one overflowing with fantastic perks like comfortable bedding, a flat-screen TV, a spacious work desk, high-speed Wi‑Fi and a coffee and tea maker. Those seeking an elevated experience in the city centre can book one of our Executive rooms for complimentary access to our Lounge.

Our hotel offers an on‑site 24/7 Guest Fitness Centre and a Italian journey with Gino D’Acampo restaurant and bar. Choose your hotel for your next business occasion or social event to benefit from 17 well‑designated flexible event spaces and knowledgeable planning and catering teams. You'll be thrilled with our central location near the city's most celebrated destinations, including First Direct Arena and the University of Leeds.

Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity

You’re enthusiastic about hospitality, drinks and creating memorable experiences. And with us, you’ll get to refine and showcase your craft while working as part of the team at Gino D’Acampo.

Join us and grow through opportunities to explore the business, develop your skills and open yourself to various career options. Whether you’re passionate about mixology, Italian drinks, guest service or progressing your career within Food & Beverage, we’ll support you every step of the way.

No matter your path, we’ll make sure you feel right at home.

This role requires the ability to move and lift up to 25lbs. Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required.