Senior Bartender

The Dorchester; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary stays

Staff discounts

Royal Pension scheme

Apprenticeships and training

Social events

Referral bonus

Well-being support

Job summary

The Dorchester is seeking a Senior Bartender for The Promenade, London, offering a premier guest experience in a luxury setting.

You will craft cocktails, guide guests through menu choices, and uphold impeccable service standards while contributing to seasonal developments and team coordination.

Qualifications

• Expertise in cocktail preparation with classic, contemporary and signature drinks.
• Understanding of spirits, wines and liqueurs, their origins and pairings.
• Efficient service with precision and presentation.
• Strong communication with guests and engagement.
• Professionalism and discretion in service.
• Upselling and storytelling to enhance guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cocktails and beverages with precision following recipes and standards.
• Engage guests, understand preferences and recommend menu options.
• Take orders accurately and coordinate with team for timely service.
• Know the food menu and allergens to guide guest choices.
• Maintain bar organisation and stock levels.
• Work within peak service times while upholding standards and quality.

Skills

Cocktail preparation

Spirits & wines knowledge

Efficient service

Guest communication

Professionalism

Upselling & storytelling

Education

Formal bartending/mixology/WSET certification

Job description

Join us as a Senior Bartender for The Promenade at The Dorchester, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024-2026 and ‘Hotel of the year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Senior Bartender you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What you'll do

As a Senior Bartender, you'll love what you do and take pride in taking care of our guests:

• Preparing cocktails and beverages with precision, following recipes and presentation standards, both for the bar and for the restaurant. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to seasonal and signature menu development.
• Delivering personalised service by engaging with guests, understanding their preferences and offering recommendations from our menu, including cocktails, spirits and wines.
• Managing orders efficiently by accurately noting guests’ selections, ensuring timely preparations, and coordinating with the team and floor staff for seamless service.
• Taking food orders and offering informed recommendations, ensuring you have strong knowledge of the food menu including allergens and dietary options.
• Maintaining bar organisation and stock levels, including proper handling of glassware, garnishes and ingredients.
• Working within structured time frames, particularly during peak service periods, where food and drinks orders may need to be fulfilled within set time frames while maintaining standards, presentation and quality.
• Your role will require attention to detail, consistency and passion for hospitality to ensure consistent outstanding service.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Senior Bartender, but we'll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

The operational hours of work are shift-based and may be subjected to change.

These currently set as:

• Monday to Sunday: 10:00 - 01:00

What you'll bring

Essential Skills and Experience

• Expertise in cocktail preparation – strong knowledge of classic, contemporary and signature drinks; including proper techniques for shaking, stirring, throwing and layering.
• Understanding of spirits, wines and liqueurs, including their origins, flavour profiles, and ideal pairings.
• Efficiency in service – ability to prepare and serve drinks swiftly while maintaining precision and presentation.
• Exceptional communication skills and guests engagement.
• Professionalism and discretion
• Upselling and story telling

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience as bartender in luxury hotel, high-end bar, or fine dining establishments.
• Formal training or certification in bartending, mixology, or WSET

What you'll get

• Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
• Discounts with ourhotels, and benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops
• Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Royal London Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from seasonal ticket loan, rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and eye care vouchers.
• Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
• Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
• Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email [e-mail] so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.