Part-Time Barback

The Doyle Collection Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge on top of base salary

Holiday allowance up to 25 days

Free meals on duty

50% dining discount at The Doyle Group

Discounted hotel rates

Training for personal development

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts in stores and online

Life Insurance and Company Pension

Uniform and dry cleaning

Volunteer day

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff parties and team events

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

The Kensington is a luxury hotel in London, part of The Doyle Collection, seeking a Bar-Back for K Bar. You will support the bar team by prepping for service, cleaning the bar, washing and polishing glassware, and handling ad hoc tasks with a passion for drinks service.

Ideal candidates are team players who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to an exceptional guest experience. The role offers perks and opportunities for training, growth, and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Friendly team player with passion for drinks service.
• Willingness to assist bar team and prep for service.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepping the bar for service and keeping it well stocked.
• Cleaning the bar and washing/polishing glassware.
• Assisting with adhoc tasks and guest service when needed.

Skills

Passion for drinks service

Team player

Attention to cleanliness

Job description

As a Bar-Back in The K Bar, you will be a passionate foodie who loves going the extra mile to make sure our guests have an amazing cocktail experience and leave wanting to come back again and again.

You will be supporting the bar team in prepping the bar for service, cleaning the bar, washing and polishing glassware, as well as any other adhoc tasks. The ideal candidate will be a team player, with a passion for drinks service.

The Perks of working for The Kensington Hotel:

• Service charge on top of your base salary
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount when dining with The Doyle Collection
• Discounted rates when staying in our hotels
• Training dedicated to personal development
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts in selected stores and online shops
• Life Insurance and Company Pension
• Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Hotel Incentives and rewards
• Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme

The Kensington, London

The Kensington is set in one of London's most desirable locations, surrounded by museums and walking distance from the shops of South Kensington and Knightsbridge. A luxury hotel with an ambience reminiscent of a private members club, 150 individually designed rooms and suites, Town House restaurant and K Bar, make it the perfect hidden spot.

The Doyle Collection

The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of seven Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC and Cork. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness.

We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.