Bartender - NEW OPENING!

Luso - MJMK; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary restaurant group in London is seeking an experienced Bartender to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of cocktails, premium spirits, and exceptional customer service skills. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of drink presentation and preparing a range of beverages in a fast-paced environment. Alongside competitive benefits like discounts and bonuses, this role offers the opportunity to grow within the organisation.

Benefits

50% discount across all restaurants

£500 referral bonus

Career development opportunities

Mental health support

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Extra holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a bartender role within a quality-focused, high-volume bar or restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Ability to manage prep for bar service and maintain drink presentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, engaging, and professional service.
• Take accurate drink orders and manage tabs/bills.
• Maintain a clean and efficient bar throughout service.

Skills

Bartending experience

Cocktail knowledge

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Job description

LUSO - NEW OPENING!

Bartender Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in a bartender role within a quality-focused, high-volume bar or restaurant
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer
• Able to consistently follow recipes and maintain drink presentation and standards
• Confident in managing prep for bar service, including garnishes, syrups, and stock rotation
• Highly organised and capable of maintaining a clean, efficient, and well-stocked bar throughout service
• Committed to delivering warm, engaging, and professional service at all times
• Skilled in taking accurate drink orders, processing transactions, and managing tabs/bills with precision
• Excellent communication skills and able to work seamlessly with the kitchen, floor, and door teams
• Passionate about providing memorable guest experiences through product knowledge and personalised recommendations
• Willing to contribute to daily briefings and help train other team members on drink offerings
• Understands and complies with all food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Reliable, punctual, and a proactive team player who thrives in busy service environments
• Strong attention to detail and able to spot and address issues quickly, especially under pressure

What We Offer Our Bartender:

• 50% discount across all MJMK restaurants
• £500 referral bonus for recommending a friend
• Opportunity to develop your career growth with MJMK Restaurants
• Mental health & well-being support with Hospitality Action who can offer free advice and counselling.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us
• Extra day’s holiday every year you’re with us, up to 33 days

About LUSO

Opening September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz. Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal’s Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal’s terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta’s legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space.

About MJMK Restaurants

MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a fine dining restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star, named No. 17 on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

In 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair - our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra - and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star.

In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7thin the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50 and Lisboeta at 93rd place.