Bartender

The New World Trading Company; Topsham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount

Free meals on shift

Birthday day off

TRONC access

Wagestream support

Education subsidies

Hospitality Action support

Comprehensive training

Job summary

The Botanist Exeter is hiring a Bartender to welcome guests, craft exceptional drinks and deliver memorable experiences behind the bar in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

You’ll work with a team to provide outstanding service, share knowledge of cocktails, maintain bar standards and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere throughout shifts.

Join a team that values energy, personality and guest connections, with perks like staff discounts and training that helps you grow in a lively Exeter venue.

Qualifications

• Experience as bartender or similar preferred.
• Knowledge of cocktails and drink preparation optional.
• Friendly, guest-focused and proactive service approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest experiences behind the bar to spec.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to standard.
• Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere and engage with guests.
• Share drink knowledge and promotions with confidence.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and assist with stock management.
• Follow licensing, safety and health procedures at all times.

Skills

Bartender experience

Cocktail bartender

Customer-facing hospitality

Job description

The Botanist Exeter are hiring a Bartender

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

At The Botanist Exeter, 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 Exeter?

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