Experienced Bar Staff – Aston Villa

Constellation Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 1,653,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health & wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Constellation Platinum, part of Compass Group, is recruiting experienced premium bar staff to join our elite front-of-house teams in Birmingham for the 2026/27 season. You will work behind the scenes at one of the UK’s most iconic football stadiums, delivering exceptional service in executive restaurants, lounges, and VIP hospitality areas on matchdays.

If you thrive in high-energy environments with premium standards, this role offers more than a standard hospitality shift and requires

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months bartending experience in premium hospitality.
• Strong drinks knowledge and ability to make recommendations.
• Wine knowledge - pairing, presentation, and pouring.
• Cocktail knowledge.
• Calm, professional, and personable under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service in executive restaurants, lounges, and VIP hospitality areas on matchdays.
• Work behind the scenes at a major stadium with premium standards.

Skills

Premium hospitality

Bartending

Wine knowledge

Cocktail knowledge

Customer service

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Elevate Your Hospitality Career at an Iconic Football Stadium

Constellation Platinum is recruiting experienced premium bar staff to join our elite front‑of‑house teams in Birmingham for the 2026/27 season. This is your chance to work behind the scenes at one of the UK’s most iconic football stadiums, delivering exceptional service in executive restaurants, lounges, and VIP hospitality areas on matchdays.

If you thrive in high‑energy environments, enjoy working to premium standards, and want to be part of something truly special, this role offers far more than a standard hospitality shift.

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 12 months bartending experience in premium hospitality

Strong drinks knowledge and ability to make recommendations

Wine knowledge - pairing, presentation, and pouring

Cocktail knowledge

Calm, professional, and personable under pressure

Ability to carry and unload a drinks tray confidently

Comfortable with long periods of walking and standing

Aged 18+

MATCHDAYS:

To be considered, you must be available for at least 80% of key fixtures during the 2026/27 season (August–May, subject to change):

ASTON VILLA – HOME FIXTURES 2026/27

12 SEP – vs Nottingham Forest

10 OCT – vs Brentford

14th OCT - vs Fenerbache

21ST OCT - vs Viking

24 OCT – vs Manchester City

1 NOV – vs Fulham

21 NOV – vs Sunderland

2 DEC – vs Everton

5 DEC – vs Crystal Palace

26 DEC – vs Leeds United

30 DEC – vs Liverpool

16 JAN – vs Manchester United

30 JAN – vs Ipswich Town

10 FEB – vs AFC Bournemouth

27 FEB – vs Chelsea

13 MAR – vs Hull City

10 APR – vs Brighton & Hove Albion

24 APR – vs Coventry City

15 MAY – vs Newcastle United

30 MAY – vs Tottenham Hotspur

Outside of these dates, you can pick up additional shifts across our wider portfolio to boost your hours while maintaining flexibility.

Who We Are

Constellation Platinum, part of Compass Group, delivers high‑end hospitality across some of the UK’s most prestigious venues - from major stadiums to landmark cultural events.

What sets us apart? Flexibility and choice. You decide when you work, with opportunities ranging from 10 to 40+ hours per week, allowing you to build a schedule that suits your lifestyle while gaining experience in exceptional venues.

Why Join Constellation Platinum?

Work at the heart of a major football stadium

Weekly pay at competitive rates

Supportive, welcoming, professional team culture

Access to Health & Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programmes

Clear progression pathways within premium hospitality