Bartender​ - London

Bartender​ - The Stafford, London

Full time

About

Tucked away in the heart of historic St James’s, and just minutes from London’s iconic landmarks and vibrant West End, The Stafford London is the epitome of traditional British luxury. The Stafford London is home to the renowned American Bar, a London institution, and The Game Bird, a restaurant which celebrates contemporary British cooking.

When you work for us not only will you be working for one of London’s most historic five-star hotels but you will also be working for a Company where the skills and knowledge you gain here will be recognised in the industry worldwide. 

At The Stafford London, we have a real passion for hospitality. Our purpose is to create a ‘home away from home’, 5* experience for our guests; our people make this possible. If you are empowered, innovative and possess the drive to deliver only the best results then this may be the place for you.

Why join the team at The Stafford London?

Be Our Guest Programme for our new team members. This includes:

• Complimentary dinner for two at our award winning restaurant The Game Bird after a successful 3 month probationary period
• Complimentary one night stay at The Stafford after one year of service
• 50% discount in our food & beverage outlets
• £100 guest room rate for team members
• Reward and Recognition Programme, including:
• Team Member Referral Scheme
• Access to over 200+ discounts and deals via Perkbox
• Employee of the Quarter
• Employee of the Year
• Core Values Champion prize giveaways
• Stafford Legacy Club - long service awards
• Quarterly Social Events
• Company pension plan
• Comprehensive onboarding programme for our newest team members
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Wellness Programmes
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Ride to Work Scheme

About the Role:

We are seeking energetic, guest orientated individuals, passionate about delivering excellent guest experiences. Successful candidates will have proven experience as a bartender and knowledge of mixing, garnishing and serving drinks.

Duties:

• Providing an excellent, 5* guest service experience
• Drink preparation
• Assessing a customer’s needs and making appropriate recommendations
• Checking customer’s ID where necessary and complying with all relevant Food and Beverage UK regulations
• Assisting the team to ensure an efficient service is provided to our guests
• Delivering food and drink to guests
• Being an excellent communicator and take a hands-on approach to your role.
• You will have a real passion for food, wine, and spirits - enabling you to up sell and promote the items by your personal knowledge from the menu.
• Keep a cool head under pressure
• Be keen to attend training sessions provided by management to develop their skills.
• Set up and pack down of the bar including food prep for garnish
• Washing and polishing glassware

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar Bartending role
• An understanding of the London bar scene and the local area.

Qualities we admire:

• A passion for 5* guest service
• Eager to learn & open to training and development
• A positive attitude
• Hardworking
• Forward-thinking
• Strives to deliver excellent service
• Great with people

Sound like you? Apply, and we will contact you!