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 Monday to Wednesday from 4pm to 12am and Thursday to Sunday 2pm 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 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
Two complimentary rooms nights per year (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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