Senior Barback

The Columbo Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts across Columbo venues

Training and development via Columbo

Staff events and incentives

Pension scheme

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen London, part of The Columbo Group, is seeking a Senior Barback to support busy services and keep the bar running smoothly. You’ll help supervise the back bar, restock, and maintain cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

We offer competitive pay (£12.71–£13.71 per hour plus tronc), biweekly payments, a lively venue culture, and staff benefits across Columbo venues, including discounts and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a barback in a busy bar or hospitality venue.
• Strong work ethic and great attention to detail.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Genuine interest in bars and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Supporting bartenders and bar supervisors during busy services.
• Leading barback duties and helping organise the back bar during shifts.
• Restocking fridges, glassware, ice and bar supplies efficiently.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation behind the bar.
• Helping ensure the bar team can deliver fast and consistent service.

Skills

Experience in busy bar/hospitality

Strong work ethic

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork & communication

Interest in bars/hospitality

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Barback to join the team at The Blues Kitchen London.

The Blues Kitchen is an award-winning restaurant, bar and live music venue known for its Southern-inspired food, expertly crafted cocktails and world-class live music programme. Across our London venues, we host incredible artists every night while serving up all-American comfort food and a lively bar atmosphere.

We’re looking for someone experienced and reliable who can support the bar team and help keep the bar running smoothly during busy services.

See us in action: @theblueskitchen | @the_columbo_group

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting bartenders and bar supervisors during busy services.
• Leading barback duties and helping organise the back bar during shifts.
• Restocking fridges, glassware, ice and bar supplies efficiently.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation behind the bar.
• Helping ensure the bar team can deliver fast and consistent service.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working as a barback in a busy bar or hospitality venue.
• A strong work ethic and great attention to detail.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• A genuine interest in bars and hospitality.

What To Expect

• Competitive pay: £12.71 per hour plus tronc (total package usually between £12.71-£13.71 per hour). Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• A dynamic working environment with high-energy services.
• A relaxed dress code. No uniforms. Just bring your best self.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.
• Pension scheme via Nest.