London - Head Bartender

The Ivy Collection; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Industry pay

Management Career Development Program

Extra holiday allowance

50% staff discount

Gift voucher for anniversaries

Refer a Friend Bonus

Discounts on retailers

Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract

Job summary

The Ivy Collection is seeking a Head Bartender for our venues in Greater London. You will lead the bar team, craft exceptional cocktails, and ensure outstanding guest experiences. The role requires confidence under pressure and a passion for hospitality.

You will mentor junior bartenders, uphold service standards, and contribute to a vibrant dining atmosphere that defines The Ivy Collection. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a similar role
• Confident preparing cocktails to high standards
• Able to inspire junior bar team
• Excellent guest service and presentation

Responsibilities

• Serve exquisite drinks to guests and maintain bar standards
• Oversee bar operations and ensure training for bartenders and barbacks
• Support peak times with leadership and role modelling

Skills

Cocktail crafting

Staff leadership

Under pressure

Communication

Job description

Welcome to The Ivy Collection, we embody timeless elegance and vibrant hospitality in every guest experience. Our iconic restaurants, situated across the UK and beyond, are celebrated for exceptional food, outstanding service, and the creation of unforgettable moments.

We are searching for a creative and dynamic Head Bartender to join our team and become part of something special.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program, which includes online and practical assessments.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Refer and Friend Bonus
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract

Key elements of your role as Head Bartender

your role will includeserving exquisite drinks that delight our guests and ensuring all bartenders and barbacks receive the necessary training to perform their duties with confidence. You have the skills to and knowledge to oversee the smooth running of the bar to the required standards.

About you:

You have at least 1 years’ experience in a similar role, and you are confident preparing cocktails and spirits to high standards. You work well under pressure and take joy in inspiring junior bar members to follow in your footsteps of service excellence.

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us:

Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.