Bartender

Vita Student; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perkbox

28 days paid holiday

Pension

Job summary

Vita Group’s House of Social in Manchester is seeking an accomplished Bartender to lead the on‑site bar team and deliver premium guest experiences. This permanent, zero‑hours role offers varied shifts from 8am to 1am, with opportunities to showcase creativity and contribute to a luxury dining and social environment.

The ideal candidate has strong bartending experience, cocktail mixology skills, and a willingness to adapt to dynamic, fast-paced service while maintaining exceptional standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced Bartender with premium service delivery.
• Cocktail mixing expertise and knowledge of menu offerings.
• Barista experience is a welcome contribution.
• Event management experience is advantageous with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality bar service and luxurious environment.
• Develop knowledge of menu and offer recommendations.
• Mix cocktails, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks to high standard.
• Prepare and serve coffee and hot drinks with precision.
• Process orders and handle payments accurately.

Skills

Bartender

Cocktail mixing

Customer service

Coffee & hot drinks

Cash handling

Tools

Till systems

POS terminal

Job description

Bartender. Manchester, House of Social Food Hall

Early Morning, Daytime, Evening and Night-Time Shift Patterns & Duties

Hourly Rate: £12.71 plus generous benefits (please see below).

Contract: Permanent, zero hours contract

Required Days of Work: Varied; flexibility is required throughout the week

Working Hours: Varied shift patterns, between the hours of 8am- 1am. Full flexibility required.

House of Social Food Hall is Manchester’s newest and most exciting food hall. A collection of five independent kitchens, serving food and drink to suit every taste and time. We’re looking for an accomplished Bartender to provide leadership support, steering the on-site team to deliver to our premium standards.

Located on two levels of Vita Group’s purpose built student accommodation concept House of Social, the new venue spans 12,000 square feet of brand new dining and drinking space.

Our Bartender’s

Provide an exceptional & personalised service to residents and customers by anticipating and delivering to their needs. Playing a key role in the success of our luxury apartment building and food hall, our bar team have the opportunity to embrace their creativity, bring fresh ideas to the table, and make their mark on an exciting venture that redefines the standard of student living and social drinking & dining in the city.

• Provide high-quality bar service, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining a luxurious bar environment
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the menu and offerings to answer guest inquiries, provide recommendations, and enhance their dining experience.
• Mix ingredients to make cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks
• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and hot drinks: This includes brewing, steaming, and crafting specialty drinks with precision and consistency.
• Take orders, serve drinks, and recommend drinks based on customer preferences.
• Deliver exceptional Customer Service. Serve drinks to guests in a timely manner and proactively attend to their needs, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.
• Ensure all guests have a unique and memorable experience by delivering top-tier customer service throughout their visit.
• Accurately process all guest orders through the till systems, issue bills, and handle payment transactions with attention to detail.
• Keep the bar clean, stocked, and organised. Assist with regular health and safety checks, maintain cleanliness, and uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety in the bar area.
• Complete set-up, handover, and close-down duties to a high standard, ensuring the workspace is always ready for the next shift or service.

Additional Responsibilities

Our Bar Assistants are responsible for delivering a multitude of additional tasks, including:

• Work closely with chefs, runners, barbacks and management to ensure coordinated and efficient service.
• Support the team during peak times and events on the floor & barback areas.
• Participate in briefings, tastings, and training sessions to maintain brand and product knowledge.
• Maintain the upkeep of our premium site & facilities; communal areas must be cleaned and maintained to a high standard.
• Be a point of contact for any potential incident or emergency that may occur onsite.
• Maintain waste management areas adhering to health & safety regulations, ensuring potential hazards are addressed / cleaned / tidied / reorganised as required.

Who We’re Looking For….

House of Social boasts 5 individual kitchens, delivering variety and luxury food and drink offerings to our guests. Our aim is to guarantee the best social experience to all customers and our House of Social Student residents. Our Bartenders play a critical role ensuring seamless operations. We are looking for:

Professional Experience

• An experienced Bartender, well-versed in delivering premium experiences to residents & guests.
• Experienced cocktail mixologist
• Barista experience would be a welcomed contribution.
• Event management experience would be a significant advantage, however full training is provided.
• Our operations run seamlessly with the support of a variety of technology systems and software; our Bar Assistants must be technologically astute.

Personal Characteristics

• House of Social operate a multi-cultural environment, welcoming colleagues and residents from all over the world with a variety of cultural backgrounds and religious beliefs. All Vita colleagues must deliver a diverse and equal approach to colleagues and residents alike.
• Keen attitude to grow and develop across all positions within the business
• Excellent communication skills. English will be the primary spoken language; however multi-lingual skills would be warmly welcomed.
• Strong organisational and leadership qualities with an ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Adaptability, creativity & positivity.
• Resilience, with an ability to effectively navigate unexpected situations.
• Able to carry out tasks that may involve extended periods of standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments considered where required.

Why Join the House of Social Team?

We believe exceptional experiences start with exceptional people. That's why we invest in our colleagues, providing opportunities to grow, develop and build rewarding careers within a business that is redefining city dining.

Career Development

Whether your Vita career is a medium or long-term venture; we onboard all employees by means of a thorough induction and learning & development programme, delivering professional progression via our Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum training & recognition schemes.

Perkbox

All employees are given access to a Perkbox account, enabling them to choose lifestyle perks and discounts that matter by giving points to spend on a wide range of products, services & experiences, such as; cinema tickets, supermarket savings, discounted days out, a daily coffee or a summer holiday – there’s something to suit everyone!

Recognition Programmes

We recognise and celebrate our people via numerous recognition schemes, such as employee of the month vouchers, community champion, experience awards, golden buzzer awards, work anniversaries etc.

24/7 Employee Assistance

The wellbeing of our colleagues is of vital importance to Vita Group. All employees have access to a confidential service; offering support and guidance for personal or work‑related issues that may be impacting wellbeing.

Parties & Events

We expect high standards from our people and like to reward demanding work by hosting parties and events each year, encouraging colleagues to let their hair down, have a great time and celebrate success together.

Royal London Pension

We care about our people and their future. Vita Group contribute a financial value of 3% of salary to your pension pot in addition to 5% employee contribution to help prepare for the future.

Holidays

Holidays are paid on a pro-rata basis which is reflective of hours worked. Our team receive 28 days paid holiday including England & Wales Bank Holidays, pro-rata.

Right to Work & DBS

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks which will include Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship. Therefore, if you do require a company to sponsor your Right to Work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application further.