Head Bartender Needed

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Bartender to join their dynamic team at a prestigious hotel. This role involves ensuring exceptional service and hospitality, maintaining a thorough knowledge of the drink menu, and creating memorable experiences for guests. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a warm demeanor, ready to engage with guests and anticipate their needs. Join a team that values your contributions and offers numerous perks, including learning opportunities and discounts. This is a chance to thrive in a vibrant environment steeped in history and luxury.

Benefits

Team-spirited co-workers

Encouraging management

Wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on hotel rooms

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a warm demeanor are essential.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of hospitality and service.
• Engage with guests and anticipate their needs.
• Have in-depth knowledge of drinks and food menu.

Skills

Communication Skills

People-oriented demeanor

Innovative thinking

Proactivity

Teamwork

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Explore our very big world.

We are looking for a passionate Head Bartender to join our wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel County Hall and our awarded Gillray’s Steakhouse & Bar.

Work in London’s most photographed destination!

The impact you’ll make:

As our Head Bartender, you’ll make sure you know every drink on the menu, so you can make recommendations and answer any questions guests may have. You’ll make sure that your team is ready to serve ordered quickly, efficiently and with a smile - and if there are any issues, you’ll deal with them right away. Thanks to you, our guests will feel special and wanting to come back for more.

What you’ll do:

1. Be expected to maintain the highest standards of hospitality and service in the restaurant and the bar.
2. Have an in-depth knowledge of wines, cocktails and speciality drinks and take pride in learning our food menu as well.
3. Enjoy engaging with guests, getting to know our regulars and learning to anticipate their needs.

What we’re looking for:

1. A warm, people-oriented demeanor.
2. Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
3. Innovative.
4. Pro-active and reliable.
5. Able to work alone and within a team.

Supervisory skills:

This role also requires the ability to move and lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. In addition, you’ll need to be able to reach overhead and below your knees, including bending, twisting, pulling and stooping, and move over uneven or sloping surfaces. Prior to employment, we’ll ask you to complete safety training and certification.

Perks you deserve:

1. Team-spirited co-workers.
2. Encouraging management.
3. Wellbeing programs.
4. Learning and development opportunities.
5. Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage.
6. Recognition programs.

You’re welcomed here:

Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you’re important to us and that you’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued.

LONDON MARRIOTT COUNTY HALL:

Embrace history and luxury at London Marriott Hotel County Hall, located in bustling South Bank, steps away from Westminster Bridge. Occupying London’s former City Hall, our hotel embodies the city’s storied history and quintessentially British spirit. A destination like no other. County Hall tucks inspiration around every corner. We relieve stressors and anticipate every need of our guests in this beautiful space steeped in heritage.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy.