Head Bartender

Sticks'n'Sushi; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique dining establishment in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Head Bartender to create exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have previous hospitality experience, attention to detail, and strong leadership skills, fostering a happy team and a welcoming environment. Join us to grow in a supportive international team with a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Genuine career and skills development

Staff food every shift

50% discount across all restaurants in the UK, Denmark, and Germany

Competitive referral bonus (up to £1000)

Exclusive access to CODE App

Access to employee assistance and wellbeing support

Access to financial wellbeing support

Team get-togethers and annual awards

Qualifications

• Track record of hospitality excellence in previous roles.
• Experience as a Head Bartender or Bar Manager in high-volume restaurants.
• Commitment to high standards of service and safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth bar operations and lead shifts confidently.
• Develop and coach team members to maintain high performance.
• Create a welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Confidence in hospitality

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Positive attitude

Team development

Job description

Head Bartender – Sticks’n’Sushi

We are a team of Big Smiles and Small Egos.

Sticks’n’Sushi is a family of restaurants, founded in Copenhagen over 30 years ago, that created a unique blend of cultures and culinary traditions. At Sticks’n’Sushi we employ people with big smiles and small egos. People with personalities, who think “WE” rather than “I”. That is our recipe for a great working environment with room for everyone. Our aim is to be the greatest hosts – if you would like to join an international team of likeminded people with a passion for service, knowledge and going the extra mile we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of working with us

We care greatly about looking after you and work hard to make life at Sticks'n'Sushi the best it can be. This is a place where you can learn, grow and develop skills that will stand you in good stead for a lifetime.

Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Genuine career and skills development
• Staff food every shift
• 50% discount across all our restaurants in the UK, Denmark and Germany
• Competitive referral bonus (up to £1000)
• Exclusive access to CODE App- retail perks and industry insights
• Access to Hospitality Action - employee assistance and wellbeing support
• Access to financial wellbeing support platform - Wagestream
• Team get togethers, iconic staff parties and annual awards
• Opportunity to attend various events and concerts

About the role

From our Copenhagen beginnings, our intention was always to be one of a kind. We are known for exceptional food, thoughtful Danish design, and a total commitment to developing talented people. Every guest is greeted with a warm Irasshaimase! (a heartfelt welcome to our restaurant) and treated to an experience designed to help our guests “leave the real world for a while”.

The right attitude is essential and the ideal Head Bartender will:

• Have a track record of confidence and hospitality excellence under your belt in previous roles. Previous experience as a Head Bartender or Bar Manager in a high-volume restaurant.
• Have an eye for detail; always upholding the highest standards of service, presentation, and safety behind the bar - ensuring every shift runs smoothly and is led with confidence and precision.
• Be a great leader who really cares about people. Your nurturing approach will make coaching and developing other members of the team a natural focus.
• Have a ‘Ja Tak’ attitude (Danish for "Yes, thank you") and embody our “Big smile, small ego” spirit.
• Have a genuine commitment to making people happy - guest and team alike – to ensure you have one of the happiest teams in the business and guests that turn into regulars and regulars into friends.
• Want to be part of a company that can help you flourish and become the best you can be.