Lead Bartender — Craft Cocktails & Guest Experience

Axiom Hospitality Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

F&B discount

Holiday allowance 28–33 days

Benefits portal discounts

Employee assistance line

Wagestream access

Stayover after year 1

Training and progression opportunities

Refer a friend bonus £250+

Free meals on shift

Service awards

Job summary

Radisson Blu Hotel, London Mercer Street is seeking a Head Bartender to lead the bar team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will prepare a wide range of beverages, manage opening/closing duties, and ensure the highest standards of hospitality and service while engaging with guests and training staff.

Ideal candidates will have bar management experience in a busy setting, excellent presentation, and a passion for wines and cocktails.

Qualifications

• Truly passionate about the Hospitality Industry (restaurant/bar).
• Experience as a bartender in a busy environment is preferred.
• Good personal presentation and communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of wines, cocktails and specialty drinks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day bar operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences.
• Prepare and serve a wide range of beverages; open/close the bar and manage stock.
• Engage with guests, build relationships with regulars and anticipate needs.
• Lead and develop bar team to deliver consistent service at a high standard.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety.

Skills

Bartending

Hospitality

Team leadership

Food hygiene

Communication

Flexibility

Independence

Job description

Radisson Blu Hotel, London Mercer Street is seeking a Head Bartender to lead the bar team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will prepare a wide range of beverages, manage opening/closing duties, and ensure the highest standards of hospitality and service while engaging with guests and training staff.

Ideal candidates will have bar management experience in a busy setting, excellent presentation, and a passion for wines and cocktails.