Hospitality Bartender | Craft Cocktails, Memorable Guests

The New World Trading Company; Reading; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount for you and up to 5 guest

Free meals on shift

Your birthday and the day after off

Access to TRONC through TiPJAR

Wagestream financial wellbeing support

Education subsidies

Hospitality Action support

Comprehensive training

Job summary

The Botanist Reading is hiring a Bartender to join our team in Reading. You will craft cocktails and serve guests, delivering memorable moments and a warm, engaging atmosphere from the moment they arrive.

We value energy, personality and confidence on every shift, with opportunities to develop professionally in a vibrant hospitality group. Join us for a dynamic, guest‑facing role in a busy venue.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Bartender or in a customer-facing hospitality role.
• Attitude, personality and genuine passion for guest care are important.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest experiences behind the bar while maintaining high standards of service.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to company standards.
• Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere and build rapport with guests.
• Share knowledge of drinks, cocktails and promotions with confidence.
• Keep the bar area clean, organised and well-stocked.
• Work efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Support stock management and daily bar operations.
• Follow licensing, food safety and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Job description

The Botanist Reading is hiring a Bartender to join our team in Reading. You will craft cocktails and serve guests, delivering memorable moments and a warm, engaging atmosphere from the moment they arrive.

We value energy, personality and confidence on every shift, with opportunities to develop professionally in a vibrant hospitality group. Join us for a dynamic, guest‑facing role in a busy venue.