Bartender (London W1T 3LE)

Linkuhk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff drinks

Product discounts

Hands-on tea mixology training

Opportunities to co-create new Cock%01

Job summary

Lotus Realmis London is seeking an evening-focused bartender to craft tea-inspired cocktails in a stylish tea-house setting. You will work 3–6 evenings per week, with shifts from 3–6 days.

Pay starts at £11.50 per hour, plus tips and staff drinks, with an annual full-time equivalent around £20,000 depending on hours and incentives. You should bring at least 1 year of bartending experience, a passion for tea and botanicals, and strong multitasking.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of bartending experience in a quality-focused bar.
• Passion for tea, herbs, Asian spirits, or unique cocktail development.
• Strong multitasking and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese is an advantage due to our customer base.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service and hygiene (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve tea-based cocktails, liquors, and selected wines.
• Master our cocktail menu and ingredient knowledge (teas, botanicals, infusions).
• Provide thoughtful, informative, and warm guest service.
• Handle bar setup, restocking, hygiene, and closing duties.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and efficiency during peak service.
• Optional: participate in internal tastings or contribute ideas for new cocktails.

Skills

Bartending experience

Multitasking

Communication skills

English fluency

Chinese language advantage

Alcohol service knowledge

Job description

Full job description
Job Title: Bartender – Tea-Inspired Cocktails (Evening Shifts)

Location:London (in-person at our tea house)
Job Type:Full-time / Part-time
Working Hours:Evening shifts only (3–6 days/week)
Pay:From £11.5/hour + tips + staff drinks
Full-time annual salary:Approximately£20,000 per year, depending on shift frequency and performance incentives

About Us

Lotus Realmis London’s first cultural tea-lounge combining Chinese tea heritage with contemporary cocktail craft. Our concept,“Tea by Day, Cocktails by Night”, bridges wellness with nightlife through handcrafted beverages using teas, spirits, and botanicals. We are now hiring bartenders to join our growing evening team.

About the Role

As a bartender at Lotus Realm, you will create and serve cocktails inspired by tea and botanicals in an elegant, design-forward environment. This role suits someone with experience in fast-paced bars who also values calm, intentional service and attention to flavour detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve tea-based cocktails, liquors, and selected wines
• Master our cocktail menu and ingredient knowledge (teas, botanicals, infusions)
• Provide thoughtful, informative, and warm guest service
• Handle bar setup, restocking, hygiene, and closing duties
• Maintain bar cleanliness and efficiency during peak service
• Optional: participate in internal tastings or contribute ideas for new cocktails

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of bartending experience in a quality-focused bar
• Passion for tea, herbs, Asian spirits, or unique cocktail development
• Strong multitasking and communication skills
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese is an advantage due to our customer base
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service and hygiene (training provided)

Schedule

Evening shifts only, 3–6 days per week
Weekend availability required
Specific shift times will be discussed during the interview

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay
• Pooled tips and performance incentives
• Free staff drinks and product discounts
• Hands-on training in tea-based mixology and botanical ingredients
• Opportunities to co-create new cocktails and join external cultural events

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From £11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 48 per week

Additional pay:Tips
Benefits:Discounted or free food
Schedule: Night shift
Work Location: In person