Bartender/ Senior Bartender

Café François; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern café and bar in the UK is seeking an experienced Bartender or Senior Bartender to enhance guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have a background in high-volume bartending, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for wine and cocktails. A salary of £16.21–£17.81 per hour is offered, alongside various perks including referrals bonuses, discounts, and wellness support.

Benefits

Referral scheme up to £700

Supplier trips

Extra birthday holiday

Dine voucher after each year

Staff discount 35%

Counseling services

Family Care support

24/7 GP access

Legal assistance helpline

Seasonal staff parties

Employee of the Month £50 voucher

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bartender within a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to converse with guests about produce and elevate the bar in atmosphere and service.
• Advanced English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Maintain the highest levels of service.
• Deliver a great experience to guests.

Skills

Bartending in high-volume restaurant

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for wine and cocktails

Attention to detail

Job description

Maison Francois- St James, Green Park. Bartender/ Senior Bartender. Full time. £16.21-£17.81.

What we offer

• Referral scheme – up to £700 each new employee you refer (T&C’s apply).
• Supplier trips to visit our supply chain and see the wonderful farms our food comes from, and the vineyards our wine is from.
• Extra holiday day on your birthday after 2 years of service.
• £150 voucher to dine at Café/Maison François after each completed year of service.
• Staff discount 35% of the total bill (after probation period).
• Counselling services and 24 hour in moment support.
• Family Care, support with childcare, eldercare and pet care.
• Access to the GP Surgery Web App 24/7, 365 days.
• Legal assistance helpline.
• Summer and winter staff party with fine drinks, food, games and lots of FUN!
• Employee of Month - £50 voucher.

Who you will be

• Previous experience as a Bartender within a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Passion for Wine, cocktails.
• Ability to converse with guests about produce and elevate the bar in atmosphere and service.
• Keen attention to detail in maintaining the highest levels of service.

Who we are

From dawn to dusk, and all through the night, our teams are working hard to ensure every one of our guests can enjoy the best experience of Maison François possible. The bustle of the morning preparations, the stoves lit and ovens roaring, the pastry chefs crafting elaborate concoctions, coffee brewing, waiters twirling, phones ringing, chefs searing and grilling, trolleys wheeling, fresh produce landing, wine pouring, and customers arriving from left and right, in a theatre of the senses and delight. A modern approach, with a nod to the past.

Experience: Required

Languages: English – Advanced

Employment: Full-time

Salary: £16.21 – £17.81 hourly

About Café François

Drawing together inspiration from the iconic cafés of Paris, the hip new wave delis of California, and the stylish bistros of Montreal, Café François meets the need of locals and tourists alike, offering a refuge from the hustle and bustle.