Bartender

Ennismore International Management Limited; Witney; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Biannual socials

Estelleversary gifts

Uniform provided

Onsite seamstress

Cycle to Work

Pension & health plan

28 days holiday

Friend referral bonus

Job summary

Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Mixologist to join our Bars team. You will create and serve a wide range of beverages, and oversee the smooth operation of the bar to exceed guests’ expectations.

The role offers a base salary of £26,476.96 with an estimated £6,000 in gratuities and service charge, contributing to a potential on-target earnings of £32,716.96 per year on a 40-hour contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in bartending and cocktail making.
• Excellent communication with colleagues and guests.
• Strong team-player with a positive mindset and charisma.
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and organisational skills.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Create and serve a wide range of beverages, both classic and innovative.
• Oversee the smooth operational running of the bar, including opening and closing duties.
• Ensure guest and member experiences meet high standards and expectations.

Skills

Cocktail making

Communication

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Who are we?

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace.

We are looking for an experienced Mixologist to join our Bars team.

The on target earning potential for this role is £32,716.96 per annum based on a 40 hour contract - comprising of a base salary of £26,476.96, plus a qualified estimate of £6,000 in gratuities and service charge*.

Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:

As a Bartender you will be responsible for creating an exceptional experience for our guests and members as well as overseeing the smooth operational running of the bar. Your role will include, preparing and serving a wide range of beverages, opening and closing the bar and creating classic and innovative drinks exceeding members’ needs and expectations every time.

Who we are looking for?

• Strong knowledge of cocktail making.
• Excellent communication skills and comfortable talking to colleagues, senior management and being front of house building relationships with our members and guests
• An enthusiastic team player with a positive mindset and hugely charismatic
• Excellent interpersonal, time management and organisational skills
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience with keen attention to detail

What’s in it for you?

At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.

Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
• Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
• Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) and service charge are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
• It is estimated that in 2026, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £6,000 in addition to their annual salary.