Lead Bartender | High-Energy, Guest-Focused Leader

The Columbo Group; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off Columbo venues

Free event access

Columbo Academy training

Hero of the Month + paid weekend off

£50 drinks voucher incentives

Referral scheme

Global industry trips

Nest pension

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen London is seeking a Head Bartender to lead by example behind the bar, delivering fast, friendly service during busy nights. You’ll craft classic cocktails quickly and maintain high drink standards while supporting a busy team.

Join a vibrant venue known for live blues and soul, with competitive hourly pay (£12.75 per hour) plus troncos, and a lively, social-working environment at The Blues Kitchen London.

Qualifications

• Experience behind a busy cocktail bar.
• Ability to make classic cocktails quickly and consistently.
• Energetic, organized and guest-focused.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Genuine interest in cocktails and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Leading by example behind the bar during busy services.
• Making classic cocktails quickly and consistently.
• Supporting bartenders and barbacks during high-volume shifts.
• Maintaining strong drink standards and bar organisation.
• Helping ensure the bar team delivers fast and friendly service.

Skills

Cocktail bar experience

Classic cocktails

Energetic and organized

Guest-focused

Teamwork and communication

Interest in cocktails

Job description

The Blues Kitchen London is seeking a Head Bartender to lead by example behind the bar, delivering fast, friendly service during busy nights. You’ll craft classic cocktails quickly and maintain high drink standards while supporting a busy team.

Join a vibrant venue known for live blues and soul, with competitive hourly pay (£12.75 per hour) plus troncos, and a lively, social-working environment at The Blues Kitchen London.