Bartender

The Mere; Sworton Heath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa and Golf discount

Friends and family rates

20% off food and beverage

28 days holiday

Training and development opportunities

Pension

Job summary

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is seeking a bar associate to set up and maintain the bar area, greet guests with warmth, and take orders promptly. You will prepare and serve drinks, upsell offerings, and handle payments while ensuring HACCP standards and bar cleanliness.

With at least 1 year of relevant experience, you will support stock management, garnishing, and cost-control measures. A Food & Beverage certification is a plus, and bilingual abilities may be beneficial in a luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar capacity.
• Good reading, writing and spoken English.
• Certification in Food & Beverage is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the bar area to standards.
• Provide warm, personalised guest service and take orders promptly.
• Prepare and serve drinks and snacks with quality and temperature control.
• Create new beverages, upsell, and promote food and beverage offers.
• Handle payments accurately and manage billing.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and HACCP compliance.
• Manage stock, place orders, and prepare garnishes.
• Report issues and seek guest feedback to management.
• Operate equipment and support cost-control measures.

Skills

Guest service

Upselling

Cash handling

Multitasking

Education

Food & Beverage certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the bar area according to standards and procedures
• Provide excellent guest service, including warm greetings, personalised attention, and prompt order-taking
• Prepare and serve drinks and snacks efficiently, ensuring proper temperature and quality
• Create new beverages and cocktails, upsell products, and promote food and beverage offers to maximise sales revenue
• Handle billing accurately and process payments
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area and adhere to food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP)
• Manage stock, including ordering supplies and preparing garnishes
• Report complaints, incidents, or irregularities to management and actively seek guest feedback
• Clean and maintain operational equipment and implement cost-control measures

Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar capacity
• Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Certification(s) in Food & Beverage will be an advantage

About the Resort

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is one of the North West's most distinguished luxury destinations. Nestled in the heart of the Cheshire countryside and surrounded by a championship golf course, the resort combines Fairmont's world-renowned elegance with the warmth and character of its local heritage. Renowned for exceptional service and attention to detail, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere offers guests an indulgent escape featuring world-class spa experiences, exceptional dining, and outstanding leisure facilities. Whether visiting for relaxation, celebration, or business, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is dedicated to creating unforgettable moments and delivering the very best in 5-star luxury hospitality.

Benefits

• Exclusive Discounts:
• Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, Spa and Golf discount
• Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)
• 20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants
• Colleague restaurant
• Being part of The Mere Team - our culture is unique!
• You will benefit from training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits including pension
• 28 days of holiday including public holidays
• 1-5 days service award based on length of service
• Special rates for Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
• And last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people