Bartender

Mercure Bristol North The Grange; West of England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading training

Staff discounts on hotel stays

Staff meals on duty

Free staff parking

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is hiring a Bartender to work across one or more hotel bars. You will greet guests, take orders, serve drinks and food, and handle payments while maintaining a clean, organised dining area. You may assist with food prep and restock supplies as needed while supporting the wider team.

The role requires 18+ licensing and may include late evenings and weekends. Experience is welcome but not essential; passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences aligned with our

Qualifications

• Strong communication and guest-service oriented approach.
• Ability to work well in a team and support hotel operations.
• Attention to detail and ability to keep the dining area clean and organised.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, take orders, and serve food and drinks.
• Handle payments and maintain accurate cash handling.
• Maintain a clean and organised dining area, restock supplies, and assist with food preparation as needed.
• Support the wider hotel operations to ensure a first-class dining experience.

Skills

Communication

Guest service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Cocktail knowledge

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/0 7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Staff meals on duty
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

Working in one or more of the hotel's bars, as a Bartender you’ll be responsible for ensuring that guests have a positive, first class dining experience. You’ll greet guests, take orders, serve food and drinks, and handle payments. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a clean and organised dining area, restocking supplies, and assisting with food preparation as needed whilst working agilely to support the rest of the wider business

**Please note that due to licencing legislation, we will only be accepting applicants who are age 18 or above. Due to the nature of this role, you may be required to work late evenings and weekends.**

What do we need from you?

• Experience isn’t essential, but to be successful in this role you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards
• You’ll be a strong communication skills and ability to engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner
• An ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other staff members to provide excellent service to guest, being agile in your ability to support colleagues across the hotel
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean and organised dining area
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience working in a bar or hospitality environment and knowledge of creating cocktails as well as other beverages would be beneficial

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’