Lead Bartender | Craft Cocktails & Bar Team Leader

Fire & Vine Hospitality; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food discount

Apprenticeship scheme

Cycle to work

Employee wellbeing platform

Career development

Staff meals on shift

Job summary

GAUCHO is seeking an enthusiastic Head Bartender to join our team. The candidate will lead a busy bar, deliver cocktails per GAUCHO specs and uphold the Cycle of Service, while inspiring the team with high standards of guest experience.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership and at least 1 year in a head bartender role, with a passion for hospitality, cocktails, and guest delight. Opportunities for growth and staff meals on shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as Head bartender or senior mixologist in a busy, high-end bar environment.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails and spirits, and ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the bar team to deliver exceptional service.
• Attend required post-academy training and company programs.
• Maintain stock, garnishes and glassware to GAUCHO specs.
• Ensure beverage quality and presentation meet GAUCHO standards.
• Provide role-model leadership, training and support to new staff.
• Sustain high energy, fast-paced service with clear communication.

Skills

Leadership

Cocktails & spirits knowledge

Team motivation

Cycle of Service

Quality focus

Job description

GAUCHO is seeking an enthusiastic Head Bartender to join our team. The candidate will lead a busy bar, deliver cocktails per GAUCHO specs and uphold the Cycle of Service, while inspiring the team with high standards of guest experience.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership and at least 1 year in a head bartender role, with a passion for hospitality, cocktails, and guest delight. Opportunities for growth and staff meals on shifts are offered.