Full-Time Position (32 hours) - Work schedule varies with shifts typically schedules between 08:30 am - 20:30 pm.
Your country home away from home, nestled within 12 acres of picturesque Hertfordshire countryside. Sopwell House is a luxurious, family-owned Georgian country house hotel offering timeless elegance and modern comfort. We’re proud to be a place where exceptional service is delivered with warmth, pride and purpose. We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Bartender to elevate the guest experience in our Spa Sitting Room.
Your role in our family:
* Deliver exceptional, warm, and intuitive service to all guests, creating a calm and nurturing atmosphere that reflects our spa’s wellness philosophy.
* Oversee and support the bar team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and motivating colleagues to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
* Manage staff schedules, ensuring the bar is appropriately staffed for all trading periods while maintaining team wellbeing and operational efficiency.
* Oversee the crafting and serving of high-quality drinks, including wellness-focused cocktails, herbal infusions, teas, and premium spirits.
* Maintain a tranquil, clean, and beautifully organised bar space that supports the overall spa experience.
* Provide thoughtful, knowledgeable recommendations on beverages that complement guests’ wellness journeys.
* Uphold and champion Sopwell House’s standards of luxury, serenity, and holistic hospitality.
* Take pride in elegant presentation and attention to detail, ensuring every drink and interaction enhances guest wellbeing.
* Support, guide, and motivate your colleagues, fostering a positive, mindful, and collaborative team culture.
* Be flexible and available for morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts as required.
What would make you the perfect fit?
* Proven experience in bartending or bar supervision within luxury hospitality or spa environments.
* Strong bartending and barista skills, with the ability to craft both classic and wellness-focused beverages.
* Confident leadership abilities, supporting and guiding the bar team to deliver exceptional service.
* Excellent communication skills, with a calm, professional approach to guest interactions and complaint handling.
* Highly organised, with strong attention to detail in bar presentation, stock management, and operational efficiency.
The Best Bit:
* Wide range of training and development opportunities
* Free staff meals and parking
* Discounted food and beverage, accommodation and spa
* 28 days holiday (based on a full-time contract) and 1 extra holiday day on your birthday
* 30% discount on Spa treatments and Spa days
* 10% discount on Spa products
* Introduce a friend at work bonus
* Free uniform
* Preferred Hotel Group discounted global hotel rates
At Sopwell House, we live by our Vision, Purpose and Values.
We are dedicated to creating a world of ‘Perfect Contentment’ for both our team members and guests alike ‘Spreading kindness one act at a time’ along the way.
All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Please be advised that if you have not received a response within 14 days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.