Lead Bartender: Create, Lead & Elevate Cocktails

The Hoxton

England

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus TRONC
28 days holidays incl bank holidays
Pension and life insurance
Health cash plan
Free night at The Hoxton

Job summary

The Hoxton is looking for a Head Bartender to lead our bar team in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where guests can wind down and enjoy themselves.

You’ll contribute ideas to our evolving menu, demonstrate top wine and cocktail knowledge, and set service standards that ensure memorable guest experiences. We value individuality, teamwork, and a hands-on, no-ego approach, with opportunities to grow within a global family of brands.

Qualifications

  • A natural at leading and managing others, you lead by example and create an environment where your team can be their best self
  • Previous Head Bartender or Bartender experience, ready for a step up with great wine & cocktail knowledge
  • Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
  • Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night
  • You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
  • You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done
  • You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
  • You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

Responsibilities

  • Lead the bar team in creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere where guests come to wind down and enjoy themselves
  • Be creative and share ideas to develop our menu – play a part in innovating our bar concept and staying on (and even ahead) of trends
  • Know your product and systems inside out
  • Lead your team by example, driving service standards that strive for the best for the guest; encouraging your team to grow and develop, the Hox way

Skills

Leadership
Bartender experience
Wine knowledge
Cocktail knowledge
Hospitality passion
Customer service
Team player
Adaptability

Job description

The Hoxton is looking for a Head Bartender to lead our bar team in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where guests can wind down and enjoy themselves.

You’ll contribute ideas to our evolving menu, demonstrate top wine and cocktail knowledge, and set service standards that ensure memorable guest experiences. We value individuality, teamwork, and a hands-on, no-ego approach, with opportunities to grow within a global family of brands.

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