Mixologist

DoubleTree by Hilton; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bed & Breakfast stays across leaf HOSP

50% food and beverage discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing support

Hapi discounts platform

Long Service Recognition Awards

Team Member recognition awards

Annual leave increasing with service (

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

leaf HOSPITALITY is seeking a Mixologist to join our Food & Beverage team at our Hull property. In this guest-facing role, you’ll craft cocktails, deliver outstanding service and share drink knowledge to enhance each guest’s visit.

You’ll need previous cocktail bar experience, a passion for beverages and a professional, can-do attitude. Join us to contribute to a welcoming, high-standard bar experience in a busy city centre hotel.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cocktail bar, premium bar or hospitality setting.
• Passion for cocktails, beverages and guest experience.
• Strong product knowledge and eagerness to learn trends and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with guests and build rapport.
• Positive and professional approach.
• Capable of performing in a busy environment.
• Team-focused attitude with commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beverages and bar drinks to the highest standards.
• Deliver exceptional guest service and create memorable experiences.
• Share knowledge and recommendations with guests to enhance their visit.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of drinks menus, ingredients and seasonal offerings.
• Support the development and presentation of the bar experience.
• Ensure the bar is clean, organised and presented to a high standard.
• Process orders and payments accurately.
• Support food service within the bar area where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health and safety and company standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Cocktail bar experience

Guest service

Communication skills

Team player

Learning enthusiasm

Product knowledge

Engage with guests

Professionalism

Job description

Mixologist

This stunning four-star hotel is centrally located within Hull, on Ferensway, minutes from the train station and St Stephens Shopping Centre. The hotel is opposite the Hull Truck Theatre and is a short stroll to the bustling downtown and marina area. This contemporary-style hotel offers a stylish stay for corporate guests and also accommodates leisure guests and family stays with its spacious and relaxing environment.

The hotel boasts 165 bedrooms and a 1,000sqm ballroom for events and conferences. There is a Marco Pierre White Steakhouse and Grill offering hearty meals and a pleasurable atmosphere. Guests will enjoy relaxing with food and drinks in our lounge bar or may choose to visit our rooftop bar The Lexington for panoramic views of Hull and a handmade cocktail on the terrace.

Join Our Team

We're looking for a talented and passionate Mixologist to join our Food & Beverage team and create exceptional drink experiences for our guests.

This is a guest-facing role where you'll combine creativity, product knowledge and outstanding service to craft memorable experiences and bring our bar offering to life.

If you're passionate about cocktails, enjoy engaging with guests and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Team Member Programme with £50 Bed & Breakfast stays across participating leaf HOSPITALITY hotels
• 50% food and beverage discount
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Hapi discounts platform
• Long Service Recognition Awards
• Team Member recognition awards
• Annual leave that increases with length of service, gaining an additional day each year up to a maximum of 5 extra days
• Training and development opportunities

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beverages and bar drinks to the highest standards
• Deliver exceptional guest service and create memorable experiences
• Share knowledge and recommendations with guests to enhance their visit
• Maintain excellent knowledge of drinks menus, ingredients and seasonal offerings
• Support the development and presentation of the bar experience
• Ensure the bar is clean, organised and presented to a high standard
• Process orders and payments accurately
• Support food service within the bar area where applicable
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health and safety and company standards
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver exceptional guest experiences

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working in a cocktail bar, premium bar or hospitality environment
• Passion for cocktails, beverages and guest experience
• Strong product knowledge and enthusiasm for learning new trends and techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage confidently with guests and build rapport
• Positive and professional approach
• Ability to perform effectively in a busy environment
• Team-focused attitude with a commitment to high standards

About leaf HOSPITALITY

leaf HOSPITALITY is a hotel management company trusted by owners to operate branded and independent hotels across the UK.

Since 2007, we've managed every property as if it were our own, combining commercial expertise with a people-first approach. We build strong teams, create memorable guest experiences and deliver long-term success for our hotels, owners and communities.

Everything we do is guided by one principle:

be EXCELLENT.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and able to succeed. We celebrate individuality and believe diverse perspectives help us deliver better experiences for our guests, teams and communities.

Compensation: Minimum Wage