Experienced Bartender

Surety Hospitality; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory's Smokehouse in the UK is seeking an experienced bartender to join a vibrant bar team. You will pull pints, mix margaritas, and get to know guests, acting as a reliable wingman to the lead bartender.

We offer a competitive hourly package up to £16.00 including tips, with opportunities for progression and development within a supportive culture that values work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experienced bartender or eager barback ready to step into the role of wingman.
• Ability to mix cocktails and engage guests.
• Comfort with fast-paced hospitality environments.

Responsibilities

• Pull a pint and mix cocktails for guests.
• Be a supportive bar team member and stand-in for the lead bartender.
• Deliver great guest experiences and contribute to a lively, welcoming bar atmosphere.

Skills

Bartending

Barback

Guest service

Mixology

Job description

Join us as a Experienced Bartender and we can offer you a package of up to £16.00 per hour including Tip Jar

Start an exciting new chapter in your hospitality career at Hickory's Smokehouse - We are thrilled to have been recently crowned the ‘Best Pub Employer’ for 2025 at The Publican Awards!

Anyone can pull a pint right? But can you pull a pint, mix a Margarita and get to know our guests.

If you are an experienced bartender or eager barback ready to step into the role of willing ‘wingman’, you could be the absolute perfect mix to join our passionate and super-talented bar team.

Drinks don’t take a back seat here at Hickory’s. They are the bold, daring side-kick to our full-bodied BBQ classics. They demand attention and pack a real punch. Our bars are the heart of our restaurants & the hub for neighbours.

So, if you love guests, ooze personality & you’re eager to develop your art, you would definitely fit in with us. We can offer you real progression opportunities and a company culture that really cares and embraces work life balance.You’ll be rewarded with competitive pay & a host of benefits on offer. You work hard for us, and we will invest in you. Big time.

Why join Hickory's?

A package of up to £16.00 per hour including Tip Jar – that’s up to £3.00 per hour in tips!

£250k bespoke-built kitchen with USA-imported smokers

Award-winning training & clear progression opportunities

Free team food on shift & a birthday meal on us – Huge BBQ menu with endless possibilities!

Christmas Day off

Paid time off for life’s big moments (weddings, first day at school, moving into your first home & more

25% team discount across Hickory’s (Rising to 50% with loyal service)

24/7 wellbeing support & a culture that truly values work–life balance

Road trips to the Southern States, Europe & UK and stacks of enrichment opportunities

A chance to ‘give a bit back’ with fundraising activities for Cash For Kids

Up to £1000 for you – through the refer a friend scheme

Up for the challenge?

Please note: To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to work in the UK and be at least 18 years old.