Senior Bartender

The-Arts-Club---Tac---Bar; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical

Life Assurance

Long service awards

Reward Gateway benefits

Discounts on food & beverage

Learning & development programmes

Enhanced maternity pay

Enhanced sickness pay

Complimentary meals on shift

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday extra day off

Job summary

The Arts Club is seeking a Senior Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service across our bar areas and uphold the highest standards of quality, presentation, and member experience.

You will coach junior team members, manage stock, contribute to day-to-day operations, and drive sales through proactive engagement while maintaining a refined, professional atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bartender or senior bartender.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines and spirits.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior bartenders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and service of beverages to high standards.
• Deliver engaging guest experiences with theatre in drink preparation.
• Maximise sales through upselling and product knowledge.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation across bar areas.
• Oversee stock control and accurate recording of sales.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, health and safety procedures.
• Train and develop junior team members.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service.

Skills

Leadership

Stock management

Upselling

Customer service

Team coaching

Bar operations

Job description

A Stage Unlike Any Other

In 1863, a group of artists, writers, and free thinkers gathered with a shared conviction: that the finest conversation, the boldest ideas, and the warmest hospitality belonged together under one roof. Charles Dickens dined here. Whistler argued here. Rodin was inspired here.

The Arts Club was born not as a venue, but as a living expression of creative life — and it has never stopped.

At the heart of that life today are the people and spaces that bring our club to life every day. This is more than an operation — it is an environment where members connect, create, and return time and time again because something about it feels truly special. It takes an exceptional person to be part of that.

That person might be you.

Job Summary:

The Senior Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional beverage service across all bar areas, ensuring the highest standards of quality, presentation, and member experience. This role combines expert cocktail and beverage knowledge with strong leadership, supporting the bar team in day-to-day operations, driving sales through proactive engagement, and maintaining a refined, professional atmosphere. The Senior Bartender plays a key role in coaching junior team members, managing stock and service standards, and creating a memorable and discreet experience for members and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and service of beverages, including cocktails, wines, and spirits, to the highest standards.
• Deliver an engaging and personalised guest experience, including demonstrating “theatre” in drink preparation where appropriate.
• Proactively maximise sales through upselling and strong product knowledge.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation across all bar areas.
• Support bar operations across multiple outlets, adapting to different service styles and environments.
• Oversee stock control, including ordering, storage, and minimising wastage.
• Ensure all beverages are served in line with legal and company standards.
• Handle guest feedback and minor complaints professionally, escalating where necessary.
• Support the training and development of bartenders and junior team members.
• Maintain accurate recording of sales and ensure all items are correctly charged.
• Uphold hygiene, health, safety, and security procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and a strong presence when interacting with members and guests.
• Attend training sessions and meetings as required.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.

In return, we offer an excellent range of rewards and benefits, including:

• Private medical benefits
• Life Assurance
• Long Service Awards
• Reward Gateway Benefits Scheme
• Discounts on food & beverage in our restaurants and sister businesses
• An exciting range of learning and development programmes & opportunities for continual progression
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Complimentary meals while on shift
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Birthday extra day off

*Terms and conditions apply to all the above benefits

Eligibility

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. However applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Note: Recruitment agencies, we love what you do, but this time we’ve got it covered — so no need to call us. Thanks for understanding!

Disclaimer: Your personal data will be processed in accordance with The Arts Club’s Employee Privacy Policy (available via the link). As part of our recruitment activities, we may share your application and CV with companies within The Arts Club group and affiliated businesses where this is necessary or relevant to your application or potential future roles.

Compensation: Competitive salary