Cocktail Bartender

The Black Penny; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant coffee shop and restaurant as a Specialty Barista or Skilled Mixologist. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced environment, where you can create exceptional coffee and cocktails. With a focus on hospitality and a team-oriented atmosphere, you’ll thrive in a company that values growth and development. Enjoy competitive pay, complimentary food and drinks, and the chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering memorable experiences. If you’re passionate about the hospitality industry, this is the perfect place for you to grow your career.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Pension

Paid Holidays

Free Food and Drinks

Staff Parties and Events

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a fast-paced café restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of specialty coffee and cocktail techniques.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality coffee and cocktails tailored to guest preferences.
• Ensure a memorable guest experience in a vibrant environment.

Skills

Latte Art

Specialty Coffee Knowledge

Cocktail Creation

Guest Experience

Job description

Join Our Team: Baristas & Mixologists Wanted!

We’re on the lookout for talented Specialty Baristas and Skilled Mixologists to join our dynamic, growing teams. If you bring a can-do attitude, team spirit, and love to go the extra mile, we’d love to meet you! Whether you’re a latte art pro, a cocktail genius, or even better—both—this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in an exciting environment.

Baristas:

• Minimum 1 year experience in a fast-paced, service-led café restaurant.
• Strong specialty coffee knowledge.
• Confident with latte art and producing consistently excellent coffee.
• Passion for hospitality and creating a memorable guest experience.

Mixologists:

• Skilled in creating unique, high-quality cocktails, including signature drinks.
• Ability to tailor drinks to guest preferences.
• Understanding of classic cocktails and modern techniques.
• Knowledge of drink safety and serving regulations.

What We Offer:

• A career, not just a job – with opportunities for growth in our expanding company.
• Competitive pay (includes base wage plus service charge).
• Pension, holiday pay & reward systems.
• We apply the National Minimum and Living Wage fairly across all age groups.
• Staff parties & events.
• Delicious complimentary food & drinks while on shift.

If you're eager to develop your skills in the hospitality industry and be part of an exciting, growing brand, get in touch.

Experience: Required

Languages: English – Advanced

Employment: Full-time

Salary: £14 – £16 hourly

Benefits: Service charge on top of salary, Paid holidays, Free food and drinks.

About The Black Penny:

Founded in 2014, The Black Penny is a vibrant coffee shop and restaurant with three branches located in Covent Garden, Sloane Square, and Southbank. We serve specialty coffee, handcrafted cocktails, and freshly prepared breakfast and lunch.