Cocktail Bartender

Malmaison Hotels; Brighton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff room discount

Friends & Family rate 50%

Dining discount 35%

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

Wagestream pay access

Wellness & campaigns

Complimentary stays on anniversaries

Job summary

Malmaison in Brighton is seeking a Cocktail Bartender for a Seasonal Contract with guaranteed hours. You’ll bring cocktail expertise, provide friendly guest service and contribute to a vibrant bar atmosphere. Prior cocktail bar experience is important, with availability across Christmas and New Year periods.

The role offers competitive pay and a range of staff benefits. Join a unique hotel bar team where development and progression are encouraged, and where guests expect high standards,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Cocktail Bar is important.

Skills

Cocktail Bartending

Customer service

Job description

Cocktail Bartender, Malmaison, Seasonal Contract

Position: Cocktail Bartender

Advertising Package: Generous Company Benefits, Training & Development

Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract

End Date: Not Specified

About the Location

Opened 2016
73 bedrooms
150-seater Bar & Grill
4 private event spaces - largest seats up to 100

Situated on the waterfront of Brighton Marina and making waves in this cool area of the city. As well as everything the Marina has to offer, we're within walking distance of Brighton's much famed beachfront with the Palace Pier. Brighton is one of the most vibrant, colourful and creative cities in Europe. Cosmopolitan, compact, energetic, unique, historic and free-spirited, it's a city like no other. Nestling between the South Downs and the sea on the stunning South Coast, Brighton offers everything from Regency heritage to beachfront cool. A fantastic mix of iconic attractions, famed nightlife, funky arts, culture and year-round festivals and events.

About the Role

Job title: Cocktail Bartender, Malmaison
Rate of pay / Hours:

Contract type: Seasonal Contract with Guaranteed Hours, Seasonal Incentives and Service Charge.

Location:

Great Minds Drink Alike... Why not get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn new skills and make a career for life with Malmaison

If you know your way around a bar, can tell your pinot from your chardonnay and can shake a mean martini this is the job for you.

Malmaison offers something different to the usual hotel bar and our guests expect a high standard of banter, knowledge and entertainment when grabbing a drink whether it be a quick one (or two) after work, before a night out or as part of the wider F&B experience.

Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of?

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Bar Manager position - we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards.

Previous experience of working in a Cocktail Bar is important as is availability to work over the Christmas and New Year holiday.

Benefits

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn't make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it's earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Our Sustainability Goals

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone in the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on projects year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.