Bartender

DIECAST; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

DIECAST in Manchester is seeking a skilled bartender to create memorable guest experiences, craft cocktails, serve beers and wines, and maintain a lively, high-energy bar environment. You’ll rely on your drink knowledge and friendly communication to deliver fast, accurate orders while keeping the bar clean and welcoming for every guest.

Applicants with previous high-volume bartending experience, a passion for flavour exploration, and the ability to multi-task in a busy setting are encouraged to

Qualifications

• Experience bartending in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, and wine.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate clearly in noisy settings.

Responsibilities

• Know the bar menu and make cocktail recommendations.
• Handle orders swiftly while keeping a clean bar.
• Create new drinks and propose pairings.
• Communicate effectively with guests and teammates in a loud environment.

Skills

Bartending in high-volume environments

Cocktail knowledge

Beer & wine knowledge

Guest interaction

Multi-tasking

Job description

Being a Bartender means creating a lively, engaging experience for our guests while expertly crafting delicious drinks. You'll be the heart of our bar, mixing up signature cocktails, serving cold beers, and providing excellent service in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. With your creativity and knowledge of drinks, you'll elevate the guest experience, ensuring that every sip is just as memorable as the company they're keeping. Whether you're shaking up one of our signature cocktails or recommending the perfect wine pairing, you'll be essential in making each visit feel unique and unforgettable.

What You'll Do:

• Menu Knowledge Expert: Keep up to date with the bar menu, daily specials, and ingredient availability. Be ready to make recommendations based on guest preferences and explain the ingredients and preparation of each drink with enthusiasm.
• Efficiency Expert: Handle drink orders swiftly and accurately, while maintaining a clean, organized bar. Be ready to handle multiple orders at once, ensuring that every guest gets their drink quickly and with a smile.
• Creativity and Knowledge of Cocktails: A passion for mixology and a strong understanding of both classic and contemporary cocktails. A creative mindset for inventing new drinks and recommending pairings to guests.
• Exceptional Communicator: A friendly, approachable personality that allows you to easily connect with our guests and teammates. Ability to communicate effectively in a loud, busy setting while maintaining clarity.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous bartending experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, with a good understanding of cocktails, beer, and wine.
• Ability to interact with guests and teammates effectively, creating a friendly and engaging atmosphere.
• A love for creating new drinks, experimenting with flavours, and recommending drink pairings to guests.
• Can juggle multiple drink orders while keeping the bar clean, organized, and efficient.
• A can-do attitude with the ability to stay upbeat, no matter how busy it gets.
• Able to craft drinks to perfection and ensure accuracy in orders, payments, and timing.