Bartender

The Boxford Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Apprenticeship opportunities

Life Assurance

Career progression within company

Employee discounts via Hapi app

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Boxford is seeking personable individuals to join our bar team in Newbury to deliver exquisite cocktails and exceptional wine. You will help with bar setup, take orders, and prepare drinks in a fast-paced, family-friendly Mediterranean dining environment.

Hours are 45 per week, with responsibilities spanning customer service, teamwork, and strict adherence to health, safety and food safety standards. Opportunities for progression are available within WS H Restaurants.

Qualifications

• Leaving Cert level education or above.
• NVQ qualification or equivalent.
• Passion for food, beverage and customer service.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and proactive approach.
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Assist with the setup of the bar.
• Take orders and prepare drinks.
• Prepare hot drinks.
• Abide by company policies and departmental procedures/training.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure consistent service.
• Comply with health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Bar knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Leaving Cert or above

NVQ or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Company Description

The Boxford, nestled 10 minutes from Newbury, is built on a site that was formerly occupied by ‘The Bell Inn’, a rural roadside inn that captured passing trade on the road to Newbury. What was then a Victorian public house and 1980s annex was then turned into a modern and welcoming new restaurant in 2023. An all-day family-friendly dining and drinks destination that specialises in fresh Mediterranean cuisine and artisanal sourdough pizzas in the scenic Berkshire countryside

Find out more about The Boxford by visiting our website: https://theboxford.com/

Job Description

We are looking for personable individuals to join our bar team to assist with the delivery of exquisite cocktails and exceptional wine.

About the Bartender role:

• Provide exceptional customer service, whilst carrying out all duties required
• Take part in the setup of the bar
• Take orders and prepare drinks
• Prepare hot drinks
• Abide by company policies and departmental procedures/training
• Liaise with key people in all necessary areas of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards set by the managers
• To ensure that all legislative and Government guidelines are adhered to, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, the COSHH regulations, etc. within the areas of responsibility including all other requirements as described in the Health & Safety Policy

Hours per week: 45

Qualifications

• Leaving Cert level education or above
• NVQ qualification or equivalent
• Ability to display a real passion for food, beverage and customer service
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Hands on and proactive approach
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Excellent time management

Additional Information

WSH Restaurants has built a family-feel culture where we offer development and progression for all. In addition to that, we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Diverse apprenticeship opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme