Head Bartender

Beaverbrook; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hospitality discounts

Personal development support

Qualifications & development

Discounted F&B

28 days annual leave

Pension

Life Insurance

Sick Pay

Long Service Awards

Cycle to work

Refer a friend bonus

Uniforms

Free parking

Meals on shift

Job summary

Beaverbrook, a collection of two luxury hotels, is seeking a Head Bartender to deliver an unforgettable guest experience through exceptional cocktails and service.

You will craft bespoke drinks for The Garden House, lead the bartending team, and uphold the highest standards of beverage preparation and presentation, while collaborating with colleagues across venues.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of spirits, cocktails and beverages.
• Creative flair for developing new drinks and perfecting classics.
• Advanced mixologist with understanding of cocktail preparation and trends.
• Excellent listener and communicator with ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Create bespoke cocktails for The Garden House using advanced mixology knowledge.
• Ensure beverage orders are fulfilled in a friendly and timely manner.
• Set and maintain first-class standards for the bartending team.
• Promote high morale and commitment among the Bar team under pressure.

Skills

Spirit knowledge

Cocktails

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Head Bartender

Beaverbrook is a collection of two luxury hotels; our estate surrounded by the Surrey Hills and our Town House in central London. What binds our hotels together is the Beaverbrook ethos - warmth and thoughtfulness that makes every guest and employee journey unforgettable and that reflects our approach to exceptional experiences.

The Garden House and Garden House Cottages are the epitome of English country charm. An eclectic combination of locally sourced ingredients create Anglo Italian inspired dishes and cocktails, where menus move with the Kitchen Garden's season.

We are looking for a Head Bartender who wants to work in an unforgettable environment, providing an enchanting experience to our guests.

Who you are:

• You’ll have extensive knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and other beverages, with a creative flair for developing new drinks and perfecting classic cocktails.
• Intuitive, with immaculate attention to detail and consistency, always rising to the challenge during busy periods.
• An advanced mixologist, with a thorough understanding of cocktail preparation, presentation, and beverage trends.
• An exceptional listener and communicator, with the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues.

What you'll be doing:

• Using your creativity and advanced mixology knowledge, to create a bespoke cocktail list for The Garden House.
• Ensuring all beverage orders are fulfilled in a friendly and timely manner
• You will set and maintain the first-class standards for our bartending team, ensuring every cocktail is finished to perfection.
• Promoting good employee morale and encourage the Bar team to have high levels of commitment, even when under pressure.

Shift Pattern:

• This position will consist of 40 hours per week.
• The ideal candidate will be able to work any 5 days out of 7 (including weekends).
• The shift pattern for this position will typically consist of: 06:30-16:00, 10:00-19:00, 15:00-01:00 or 16:00-01:00, with some variation dependent upon business needs.

Salary:

£28,000 per annum plus Tronc

Benefits

In addition to a competitive reward, we are committed to investing heavily in your development and helping you grow a long-term career with Beaverbrook.

As a member of our team, you can expect to receive:

• Competitive salary
• Discounts on retail, gym memberships, cinema tickets and many more with Hospitality Rewards App
• Personal development support
• Wide range of recognised qualifications and development opportunities
• Discounted rates on Food & Beverage
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising by 1 day each year for 5 years
• Pension
• Life Insurance
• Sick Pay
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Earn a thank you bonus through our recommend a friend scheme
• Uniforms
• Free parking
• Meals on shift provided
• And other local benefits