Head Bartender

Town London Ltd; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant bar in Covent Garden is seeking an experienced Head Bartender to lead bar operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will mentor and inspire a team while managing stock and collaborating on the cocktail menu. Ideal candidates have over two years of supervisory experience and strong mixology knowledge. This full-time role offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and generous benefits, including 29 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Meals on duty

Generous staff discount

Structured training

Clear progression in a growing group

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a bar or restaurant setting.
• Strong knowledge of mixology, wine, and spirits.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing bar operations and stock control.
• Train and mentor bartenders for outstanding service.
• Collaborate with the Bar Manager on the cocktail menu.

Skills

Mixology knowledge

Leadership skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

About Us

At Town, our vision is to create a welcoming space where guests can enjoy excellent food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere. Located in the vibrant Covent Garden, we pride ourselves on our sustainable practices and our commitment to using only the finest ingredients, expertly crafted by our talented team.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head Bartender to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will help lead our bar operations and ensure that every guest enjoys an exceptional drinking experience. You will be responsible for maintaining our high standards while supporting our Bar Manager in all aspects of running the bar.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in managing bar operations, including stock control, ordering, and inventory management.
• Train, mentor, and inspire a team of bartenders to deliver outstanding service and cocktails.
• Collaborate with the Bar Manager to develop and update the cocktail menu, focusing on seasonal and local ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain cleanliness and organization at the bar.
• Engage with guests to enhance their experience, taking feedback and suggestions to heart.

Requirements

• Experience in a supervisory or management role within a bar or restaurant setting (approx. 2+ years).
• Strong knowledge of mixology, wine, and spirits.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Legal right to work in the UK and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Earning Potential
• £18.16 – £18.80 per hour typical take-home pay, including a discretionary share of the service charge (tronc).
• £42,500 – £44,000 indicative annual earnings (based on a 45-hour week).
• Hours & rota : full‑time, 5 days over 7 including evenings and weekends; rotas shared in advance.
• Holiday : 29 days per year including public holidays (pro rata).
• Perks : meals on duty, generous staff discount, structured training, tastings and clear progression in a growing group.
• Pension : company pension scheme.

If you’re excited by honest ingredients, collaborative service and the energy of Covent Garden — apply now and tell us why you’re the right fit for Town.