Senior Bartender & Bar Operations Lead

clubrugby; Epsom; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week with paid overtime

Free meals on duty

Paid birthday day off

Free shuttle bus from Epsom station

European RAC cover

Interest-free season ticket loan

Staff uniform

Employer-paid health cash plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Royal Automobile Club is seeking a Head Bartender to lead the bar’s day‑to‑day operations at our London and Epsom venues. You will deliver exceptional service to members and guests, craft a wide range of drinks, and drive team performance and standards.

You will combine hands‑on bartending with leadership, training, and stock control, ensuring a premium atmosphere. Prior senior bartender experience and strong knowledge of spirits and cocktails are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Proven experience as a senior bartender with knowledge of cocktails, wines, and bar techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, attentive, and personalised service.
• Prepare and serve a full range of cocktails, wines, spirits, beers, and non-alcoholic drinks to a high standard.
• Manage stock levels, place orders, and monitor deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory and supplier communication.
• Contribute to cocktail menu creation and seasonal specials.
• Supervise, motivate, and support bartenders and barbacks during service.
• Train new staff on service standards, cocktail recipes, and responsible alcohol service

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Customer service

Cocktail knowledge

Stock management

Education

Food hygiene level 1 & 2

Job description

The Royal Automobile Club is seeking a Head Bartender to lead the bar’s day‑to‑day operations at our London and Epsom venues. You will deliver exceptional service to members and guests, craft a wide range of drinks, and drive team performance and standards.

You will combine hands‑on bartending with leadership, training, and stock control, ensuring a premium atmosphere. Prior senior bartender experience and strong knowledge of spirits and cocktails are essential.