Bartender

THE ALCHEMIST BAR & RESTAURANT LTD; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free drinks on shift

50% off food

Flexible rotas

Club Alchemy – benefits platform

Birthday + recovery day

Career progression opportunities

TipJar—gratuities shared

Employee assistance programme

Sports Day and events

Job summary

The Alchemist Bar & Restaurant in the United Kingdom seeks energetic Bartenders to join a creative cocktail bar where theatre, atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality are at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll receive industry-leading training to develop cocktail knowledge, service skills, and confidence behind the bar, with opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Personality and confidence to thrive in fast-paced hospitality.
• Passion for guest experience and creating memorable moments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork are essential to success.

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional guest experiences through engaging and professional service
• Creating cocktails and drinks to The Alchemist’s high standards with passion and flair
• Building strong product knowledge through our bartender training programme
• Working closely with the bar and floor teams during busy services
• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and presentation behind the bar
• Bringing energy, personality, and theatre to every shift

Skills

Personality

Confidence

Hospitality passion

Guest experience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Bartender

The Alchemist Bar & Restaurant

We’re looking for energetic, passionate, and personality-driven Bartenders to join The Alchemist – a creative cocktail bar and restaurant where theatre, atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality are at the heart of everything we do.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves creating memorable guest experiences, and takes pride in delivering incredible drinks and service with confidence, flair, and personality.

As an Alchemist Bartender, you’ll receive industry leading training to develop your cocktail knowledge, service skills, and confidence behind the bar. We’re looking for people who are passionate about hospitality, eager to learn, and excited to grow their craft within an ambitious and supportive team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering exceptional guest experiences through engaging and professional service
• Creating cocktails and drinks to The Alchemist’s high standards with passion and flair
• Building strong product knowledge through our bartender training programme
• Working closely with the bar and floor teams during busy services
• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and presentation behind the bar
• Bringing energy, personality, and theatre to every shift

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Personality, confidence, and a genuine love for hospitality
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for guest experience and creating memorable moments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive attitude with eagerness to learn and grow

You’ll Enjoy Working Here If You Are:

• Fun, kind, and driven
• Outgoing, bubbly, and engaging
• Someone who takes pride in their craft and loves creating experiences
• Passionate about progression, personal growth, and career success
• Motivated by working hard, learning new skills, and being part of a strong team

What To Expect

The Alchemist is a fast-paced and energetic environment where no two shifts are the same. We work hard, support one another, and create an atmosphere where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. Busy services are part of the excitement, and our teams thrive because of the energy, culture, and teamwork we build together.

What's in it for you?

• Freehot/soft drinks on shift
• 50% off food when dining with guests in any of our venues
• Flexible rotas
• Access to our benefits platform, Club Alchemy; saving you ££ on your everyday shopping, holidays, gyms, homeware and much more!
• Guaranteed birthday + recovery day after off
• Industry renowned training with fantastic career progression opportunities and pay increases as your skills develop.
• Transparent Tronc policy where 100% of gratuities and service charge go to the team weekly via TipJar
• 24hr access to employee assistance programme, with counselling, mental health support and financial and legal advice
• Regular incentives, which can take you around the country, and the world
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development
• The chance to attend our annual Sports Day, Bartender Competition, Christmas parties and more!

If you’re ready to bring passion, personality, and flair to a team that values hospitality and creativity — we’d love to hear from you.