Cocktail Bartender

The Columbo Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off across Columbo venues

Events access and venue perks

Columbo Academy training

Paid weekend off

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen, Shoreditch, part of The Columbo Group, is seeking a Cocktail Bartender to join a busy, high-energy venue known for live blues and a strong cocktails program.

You'll prepare cocktails, maintain bar standards, and work closely with bar and floor teams. The role requires experience behind a busy bar, confidence making classic drinks, and a warm, people-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working behind a busy bar or cocktail bar.
• Confidence making classic cocktails.
• Warm, charismatic and great with people.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced bar environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Preparing cocktails, pouring drinks and maintaining high standards behind the bar.
• Making classic cocktails confidently during busy service.
• Delivering friendly and efficient service to guests.
• Keeping the bar stocked, organised and ready for service.
• Working closely with the bar and floor teams to keep service flowing.

Skills

Busy bar experience

Classic cocktails

Warm & charismatic

People skills

Teamwork & communication

Job description

We’re looking for a Cocktail Bartender to join the team at The Blues Kitchen, Shoreditch.

The award-winning Blues Kitchen is one of London’s most iconic venues, where live blues, soul and funk fill the room and great hospitality sits at the centre of everything we do. With a stunning Southern-inspired interior, an all-American food menu and a bar known for its cocktails and whisky selection, The Blues Kitchen has built a reputation as one of the city’s most loved places to eat, drink and experience live music.

It’s a busy, high-energy venue where the bar sits right at the centre of the action. We’re looking for warm, charismatic bartenders who can deliver great drinks while keeping the atmosphere lively and welcoming.

See us in action: @theblueskitchen | @the_columbo_group

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing cocktails, pouring drinks and maintaining high standards behind the bar.
• Making classic cocktails confidently and consistently during busy service.
• Delivering friendly and efficient service to guests.
• Keeping the bar stocked, organised and ready for service.
• Working closely with the bar and floor teams to keep service flowing.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working behind a busy bar or cocktail bar.
• Confidence making classic cocktails.
• Someone warm, charismatic and great with people.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced bar environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

What to Expect

• Competitive pay: £12.75 per hour plus tronc (total package usually between £12.75–£14.50 per hour). Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• A lively working environment across restaurant, bar and music venue.
• A relaxed dress code. No uniforms. Just bring your best self.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.
• Pension scheme via Nest.