Head Bartender

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Bruton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading venue near Bruton, Somerset, is seeking a Head Bartender to lead a talented team in delivering outstanding guest experiences. This role offers a competitive salary, exciting benefits, and ample career development opportunities within a supportive and vibrant environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Nutritious food and drinks on shift

Flexible working hours

Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one

Enhanced family policies: 12 weeks full pay maternity leave

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance worth £25,000

High street discounts

Career development tailored to your aspirations

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in high-end bar staff or luxury hospitality.
• Previous experience as a Head Bartender or Bar Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the bar team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Support bar management in cocktail innovation and drinks list development.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Passion for service

Job description

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Head Bartender – Premium venue, great package & exciting benefits close to Bruton, Somerset!

Are you an experienced Head Bartender ready to lead a talented bar team in a beautifully refurbished venue close to Bruton, Somerset? If you’re passionate about cocktails, guest experience, and genuine hospitality, this opportunity could be your next step.

This stunning Restaurant & Events venue set in the heart of Somerset offers a vibrant atmosphere, generous benefits, and a unique approach to career progression – all within a business that truly values its people.

Package:

* £32,500 basic salary
* Estimated annual tronc of £7,000–£9,000
* Estimated earnings inclusive of tronc £39,500 to £41,500
* Please note: There is no staff accommodation available, so you’ll need to live locally or be willing to relocate to the Bruton, Somerset area.

Benefits:

* 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Nutritious food and drinks on shift
* Flexible working hours – tell us what suits you and our client will do their best to flex to you
* Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one
* Enhanced family policies – 12 weeks full pay maternity leave & 2 weeks full pay paternity leave
* Health cash plan – claim back every day medical costs like prescriptions and dental
* Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
* Life assurance worth £25,000
* High street discounts with 1000s of retailers
* Fun and inclusive team socials – pizza nights, countryside walks and more
* Career development tailored to your aspirations
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Optional payroll saving into an ISA to support financial wellbeing
* Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £1,000 to share with your friend



What’s the role?
As Head Bartender, you’ll lead by example, inspire your team, and ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional bar experience. You’ll support the bar management team while taking the lead creatively – from cocktail innovation to shaping a drinks list that sets the tone for this exceptional venue.



What we’re looking for:

* 2+ years’ experience in high-end bar staff or luxury hospitality
* Previous experience as a Head Bartender or Bar Supervisor
* Strong cocktail knowledge and a genuine passion for service

This is your chance to grow with an expanding international company while working in one of Somerset’s most exciting venues.



Apply now and a Platinum consultant will be in touch to tell you more about this Head Bartender opportunity in the Bruton, Somerset area.

Job Number: 932915 / INDFOHF&B
Job Role: Head Bartender
Location: Bruton, Somerset

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.