Mixologist, The Wild Rabbit

Bamford Collection; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium lifestyle brand in the UK seeks a skilled Mixologist for their fine dining restaurant. The ideal candidate will confidently craft cocktails using seasonal ingredients and deliver personalized service in a luxury setting. You will maintain high bar standards while contributing to a team that champions social and environmental progress. This role involves a 48-hour workweek with competitive pay, including potential gratuities, and various employee benefits offered from day one.

Benefits

Employee discounts on products and services

One paid volunteering day per year

Subsidised private medical insurance

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life assurance cover

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Confidence in crafting cocktails using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Deep knowledge of premium spirits and artisanal ingredients.
• Ability to deliver high-end personalized service.

Responsibilities

• Confidently work in the art of Mixology.
• Maintain high standards in bar cleanliness and presentation.
• Champion social and environmental progress through the B Corp mission.

Skills

Mixology

Customer Focus

Expertise in spirits and wines

Precision in drink presentation

Composure under pressure

Job description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

SALARY: £39,323 per annum OTE*

HOURS: 48 hours a week, lunch and dinner service, 5 days in 7, including weekends.

ABOUT US

The Wild Rabbit in Kingham is a fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds. Recognised in the Top 50 Gastropubs, the Top 50 Boutique Hotels, and awarded 3 AA Rosettes, The Wild Rabbit blends culinary excellence with warm, authentic hospitality.

Under the direction of our Head of Creative Bar, Sam Brown, The Wild Rabbit has become a destination for innovative cocktails rooted in the seasons and our close connection to Daylesford Farm. Our bar team works with organic and homegrown ingredients — herbs, botanicals, fruits, and ferments — to create drinks that celebrate the flavours of the Cotswolds.

These ingredients are paired with refined cocktail-making methods, from clarifications and infusions to fermentation and fat washing, allowing us to add depth, texture, and creativity to our serves.

At the core of our bar is a balance of craft and hospitality. Guests receive warm, knowledgeable service, while our team contributes to the development of cocktails that tell a story of provenance, innovation, and care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will be confident and knowledgeable in the art of Mixology
• Confidence in working with fresh, seasonal ingredients to craft cocktails
• Showcase deep knowledge of premium spirits, wines, and artisanal ingredients
• Deliver personalised, high-end service with expert recommendations in a refined setting
• Maintain a pristine, stylish bar that reflects our luxury standards
• Stay composed under pressure, ensuring fast, attentive service during peak hours
• Champion our B Corp mission by supporting social and environmental progress
• Inspire conscious living and working across our community of guests, suppliers, and partners

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• Customer Focus: Deliver personalised, attentive service that anticipates guest needs and creates lasting impressions
• Expertise: Confidently recommend and discuss premium spirits, wines, and ingredients
• Precision: Maintain high standards in drink presentation and bar cleanliness
• Composure: Stay calm and efficient under pressure, ensuring smooth service during busy periods

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day 1.
• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24‑hour support, seven days a week.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro‑ratio basis.
• It is estimated that in 2025, our full‑time employees can expect to receive in the range of £7,000 in addition to their annual salary.
• The on target earning potential for this role is £39,323 per annum based on a 48‑hour contract - comprising a base salary of £32,323 plus a qualified estimate of £7,000 in gratuities and service charge. Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE.