Casual Bartender - Swilcan Loft

Old Course Hotel; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 15,092 - 21,496; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and refreshments

Generous discounts across the resort

Free access to fitness centre

Complimentary mortgage consultations

Cycle2Work programme

Exclusive discounts through Perkbox

Global Recognition Platform rewards

24/7 Wellbeing Support

Job summary

Old Course Hotel is seeking an experienced Bartender to join their award-winning Food and Beverage team in St Andrews. The role involves ensuring the smooth running of the bar, creating exquisite cocktails, and providing exceptional customer service in line with AA 5 red star standards. Candidates should have bar/mixology experience, a good knowledge of beverages, and exceptional communication skills. Enjoy perks like free meals, gym access, and discounts across the resort.

Qualifications

• Previous bar/mixology experience in a similar role.
• Good knowledge and understanding of beverages, cocktails, and bar operations.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mixing and presenting cocktails with precision and creativity.
• Providing knowledgeable drink recommendations to guests.
• Ensuring cleanliness and stocking of the bar area.

Skills

Bar / mixology experience

Knowledge of beverages and cocktails

Exceptional customer service skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Mixology qualification

Job description

About The Role

Our award‑winning Food and Beverage team are at the hub of our business. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Bartender to join our team in Swilcan Loft.

You will be primarily ensuring the smooth running of the bar whilst creating exquisite cocktails and serving drinks to order, supporting the Food and Beverage team within Swilcan Loft allowing them to focus on providing world‑class service that our guests expect.

Responsibilities

• Mixing and presenting a wide variety of cocktails, including classic recipes and original creations with precise measurements and attention to detail.
• Providing knowledgeable drink recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Providing exceptional customer service to all guests in line with AA 5 red star standards.
• Fulfilling drink orders accurately and promptly.
• Keeping the bar area and glassware clean and regularly stocked.
• Keeping up to date with the latest drink trends.
• Working with the Bar Manager to create new exciting options for our cocktail menu.

Qualifications

• Previous bar / mixology experience in a similar role.
• Good knowledge and understanding of beverages, cocktails and bar operations.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Mixology qualification would be highly desirable but not essential.

Hours

Casual 0 hrs

Salary

£13.28 per hour

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Dine On Us – Enjoy free meals and refreshments every day in our complimentary staff canteen, including hot meals, salad bar, tea, coffee & soft drinks.
• Exclusive Resort Perks – Treat yourself to generous discounts across the resort from award‑winning restaurants, luxury room stays and in our Pro Shop (St Andrew only PGA approved pro shop).
• Kohler Group Benefits – Unlock even more savings with our wider discounts across the Kohler family.
• Wellness, Your Way – Enjoy free access to our on‑site Kohler Waters Fitness Centre, featuring a fully equipped gym, 20‑metre pool, sauna and hot tub. Relax, recharge, repeat.
• Plan Your Future – We’ll help you get access to the right information through complimentary mortgage consultations.
• Cycle2Work – Stay active and save money with our Cycle2Work programme, good for you and the planet.
• Perkbox – Enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and monthly treats all in one easy app.
• Get Rewarded – Earn fantastic rewards on our Global Recognition Platform and introduce great talent to our team through our generous Refer a Friend scheme.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme is available around the clock, offering confidential guidance whenever you need it.

The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.