Bartender - London

Poolhouse; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A new hospitality venture in London seeks a Bartender to craft exceptional drinks and create memorable guest experiences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, with previous bartending experience and a passion for providing top-notch service. Join the founding team and make your mark in this exciting new concept!

Benefits

Employee 'Success Share Scheme'

Free Health Assured EAP membership

Perks and Discounts platform

Monthly Employee rewards

Medicash Health Cash plan

Wagestream for early pay

Paid volunteer day

Duvet Day Allowance

Birthdays off

Free nutritious meals

Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials

Qualifications

• Experience in busy, high-volume venues.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Ability to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Craft drinks with skill and speed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the bar.
• Support training of new team members.

Skills

Previous bartending experience

Skilled in classic cocktails

Fast and accurate under pressure

Natural communicator

Team player

Reliable and punctual

Eager to learn

Job description

Bartender - London

Be part of something special from the start! We're recruiting now for this exciting role, with a planned start date in January 2026, giving you the perfect time to prepare for your next career chapter. Join the founding team of this brand new concept and make your mark on an exciting fresh venture.

What This Role Is Here To Do (Role Purpose)

As a Bartender at Poolhouse, you're the face behind the bar - crafting drinks with skill, speed, and flair while delivering standout guest experiences. You'll work with precision and pride, making every order to spec, keeping the bar running smoothly, and bringing energy and personality to every interaction. Whether it's shaking a cocktail, pouring a pint, or sharing product knowledge, you create the vibe that keeps guests coming back.

What Success Looks Like

• Drinks are consistently prepared fast, correct, and to spec.
• Guests feel welcomed, valued, and impressed by your service.
• You bring energy, personality, and professionalism to the bar.
• The bar stays clean, stocked, and organised throughout service.
• Communication with floor and kitchen is smooth and effective.
• You uphold brand standards and contribute to a lively, fun atmosphere.
• Team morale is high, with bartenders supporting each other under pressure.

Where This Role Can Take You

With experience, this role could lead to :

• Bar Supervisor
• Assistant Bar Manager
• Bar Manager

Our Way of Working

Every part of this role should be delivered with care, curiosity, and integrity, in line with our Poolhouse values : Experience Obsessed | Seek Excellence | Integrity | Take Care| and Elite Sports Team Mentality.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous bartending experience in a busy, high-volume venue.
• Skilled in classic cocktails, draught service, and product knowledge.
• Fast, accurate, and attentive to detail under pressure.
• Natural communicator with positive energy and great guest rapport.
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in all aspects of work.
• Eager to learn, improve, and develop within the business.

Benefits

• Prepare and serve all drinks to spec, with speed and consistency.
• Deliver great guest interactions - friendly, attentive, and professional.
• Maintain bar cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene at all times.
• Keep stock areas replenished and support stock rotation and counts.
• Work effectively with colleagues to keep service smooth and efficient.
• Handle payments accurately and responsibly.
• Share product knowledge with guests, making recommendations with confidence.
• Support training of new team members by sharing best practice.
• Uphold standards for appearance, punctuality, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Employee 'Success Share Scheme'
• Free Health Assured EAP membership (counselling, life coaching, legal and financial support)
• Perks and Discounts platform
• 100 Monthly Employee rewards
• Medicash Health Cash plan
• Wagestream access (early pay & savings tools)
• Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice
• A Duvet Day Allowance
• Birthdays off
• Free nutritious meals at work
• Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials