Bartender

Green Bar is a sophisticated and stylish bar located within the luxurious Hotel Café Royal in Central London. Named after the iconic drink absinthe, our bar offers a unique experience with a specialty absinthe menu that features innovative cocktails and shots. We pride ourselves on providing guests with an exceptional drinking experience in an elegant setting. We are seeking a talented and creative Bartender / Mixologist to join our dynamic team.

The Role:

As a Bartender / Mixologist at Green Bar, you will be responsible for crafting and serving an extensive range of cocktails, with a special focus on absinthe-based drinks. You will create a memorable experience for our guests through your knowledge of mixology, excellent customer service, and attention to detail.

Green Bar is open daily from 12pm to 12am.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve a variety of cocktails and beverages, specializing in absinthe cocktails and shots, ensuring quality and presentation meet our luxury standards.
• Develop new and innovative drink recipes that highlight absinthe while appealing to a diverse clientele.
• Provide exceptional customer service by engaging with guests, offering recommendations, and ensuring their needs are met throughout their visit.
• Maintain an organized and clean bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations, and ensuring all equipment and tools are in excellent working condition.
• Monitor inventory levels of spirits, mixers, and other supplies, and assist with ordering to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Train and mentor junior bartending staff on mixology techniques, absinthe knowledge, and customer service excellence.
• Stay informed about industry trends, new spirits, and cocktail techniques to enhance the bars offerings and guest experiences.
• Collaborate with the management team to create seasonal menus, special promotions, and events that attract guests to Green Bar.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing laws and regulations related to the sale of alcohol.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a bartender or mixologist in a high-end bar, restaurant, or luxury hotel environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and mixology techniques, with a particular focus on absinthe.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for providing outstanding customer service.
• Creative mindset with the ability to craft unique and visually appealing cocktails.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as Green Bar is open daily from 12 pm to 12 am (until 1am for guests staying in the hotel).
• Positive attitude and a team player mentality.

The Benefits:

• Pay of up to £35,000 including service charge
• Access to heavily discounted friends and family rooms rates across the Set Hotels
• Two complimentary rooms nights per year in London, Paris or Amsterdam (after 1 year of employment)
• Up to 50% colleagues discount in all our food and beverage outlets
• Colleague wellness sessions in our Akasha spa each month including osteopath, podiatrist, yoga and fitness classes (as well as staff discounts on spa treatments)
• Regular social events, including our infamous Summer Party (August) and Black-Tie Annual Awards dinner (January)
• Christmas celebrations, including colleague lunch, childrens party and Christmas gift
• Automatic membership of the companys life assurance scheme from day one
• Generous discounts on retail and dining in Central London through the West End Club app
• Mental health support including Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health champions in all departments
• A variety of external benefits including gym discounts and free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• A wide range of both internal and external training and development programmes to support all of our colleagues career progression
• The usual bits and bobs such as free meals on duty, uniform laundry, pension & holiday

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