Lead Bartender: Drive Cocktails & Team Excellence

The Hoxton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus TRONC

28 days holidays (inclusive of bank)

Pension

Life insurance

Health cash plan

Free night at The Hoxton

Free meal during shift

Discounts across Ennismore brands

Training and development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

The Hoxton Shepherd’s Bush in West London is seeking a Head Bartender to lead the bar team at Chet’s, our Thai-American concept. You’ll set the tone for service, know your products inside out, and drive trends.

You’ll bring strong wine and cocktail knowledge, coach colleagues, and create memorable guest experiences while maintaining the upbeat, ego-free Hox culture.

Join a supportive team with great benefits and opportunities to grow within a global brand.

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

Bartending experience

Culture fit

Hospitality passion

Customer experience

Resilience/adaptability

Adaptability

Team player

Job description

The Hoxton Shepherd’s Bush in West London is seeking a Head Bartender to lead the bar team at Chet’s, our Thai-American concept. You’ll set the tone for service, know your products inside out, and drive trends.

You’ll bring strong wine and cocktail knowledge, coach colleagues, and create memorable guest experiences while maintaining the upbeat, ego-free Hox culture.

Join a supportive team with great benefits and opportunities to grow within a global brand.