Bartender

The New World Trading Company; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount for up to 5 guests

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Financial wellbeing support

Education subsidies

Comprehensive training

Job summary

The Botanist Reading is looking for Bartenders who are passionate about hospitality and excellent service. You will play a vital role in creating memorable guest experiences, from serving signature cocktails to fostering a warm atmosphere.

This position demands an energetic personality, with responsibilities including drink preparation, complying with health and safety regulations, and collaborating with the front-of-house team. Join us for exciting benefits like discounts and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality and making guests feel welcome.
• Experience in a bartending or customer-facing role is preferred, but personality and attitude are key.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Create a warm and engaging atmosphere for guests.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area.
• Follow licensing and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Guest interaction

Cocktail knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Job description

The Botanist Reading are hiring a Bartender

We're looking for Bartenders who love great hospitality, exceptional drinks and creating memorable experiences for guests.

At The Botanist Reading, we believe hospitality is about more than serving food and drinks. It's about creating moments people remember, building genuine connections and making every guest feel welcome from the moment they arrive.

As a Bartender, you'll be at the heart of that experience. Whether you're recommending a guest's next favourite cocktail, serving drinks during a busy Friday night or helping create the atmosphere that keeps people coming back, you'll bring energy, personality and confidence to every shift.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced hospitality environment, thrives on guest interaction and takes pride in delivering great service.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of service behind the bar.

Your role will include:

• Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to company standards
• Creating a warm, welcoming and engaging atmosphere for guests
• Building genuine rapport and delivering memorable experiences
• Sharing knowledge of drinks, cocktails and promotions with confidence
• Maintaining a clean, organised and well-stocked bar area
• Working efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality and consistency
• Supporting stock management and daily bar operations
• Following licensing, food safety and health & safety procedures at all times
• Working closely with the wider front-of-house team to deliver a seamless guest experience

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are passionate about hospitality and enjoy making people feel welcome.

You'll ideally have experience as a Bartender, Cocktail Bartender, Bar Staff Team Member or within a customer-facing hospitality role. However, attitude, personality and a genuine passion for looking after guests are just as important as experience.

Why Join The Botanist Reading?

We believe great hospitality starts with great people, which is why we invest in our teams and create environments where people can thrive. You'll receive:

• 50% discount for you and up to 5 guests across our venues
• Free meals on shift
• Your birthday and the day after guaranteed off
• Access to TRONC through TiPJAR
• Wagestream financial wellbeing support and earned wage access
• Education subsidies to support personal development
• Confidential support through Hospitality Action
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support