Join the MOI Team – Head Bartender– £45,000+ per annum (Depending on experience)
MOI is an inventive fusion of Japanese flavours with a modern, elevated twist coming the heart of Soho’s iconic Wardour street. Led by the Executive Chef Andy Cook, the kitchen embraces Japanese cuisine as a canvas, highlighting peak-season ingredients and global influences to create dishes that are both complex and inviting.
As a Head Bartender at MOI, you’ll be responsible for:
* Supporting the Beverage Manager in overseeing all aspects of the bar’s daily operations, ensuring exceptional service, efficiency, and consistency
* Creatively leading the bar team to deliver the highest standards of service and overall excellent experience
Perks & Benefits:
* 50% staff dining discount across MOI ALTA, DOMU
* Wellness, mental health, and healthcare perks
* Delicious meals provided on shift
* Flexible rota with earlier finish times, despite our vibrant central location
* Opportunities for growth and professional development within an expanding restaurant group
What we Look for:
* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
* Strong organisational and time-management abilities, ensuring smooth operations during peak periods
* Creativity and expertise in cocktail creation, with the ability to contribute to menu development.
* Proficiency in bar management systems and POS software
* A passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences
* A natural outgoing hospitality professional who loves to interact with people
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ability to multitask and thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
* Prior experience in a busy, high-end restaurant or similar setting
* Ability to represent our restaurant with pride and professionalism
* Flexibility to respond to a variety of different work situations
* Approachable, reliable, enthusiastic, and a true supportive team player across all departments including kitchen and bar staff, to ensure smooth operations
* An appreciation of Japanese, Asian cuisine and culture is a plus, but not essential
* Supervise the preparation and service of beverages, ensuring quality, accuracy, and consistency
* Support inventory management, including ordering supplies, stock rotation, and minimising waste
* Ensure the bar adheres to UK health, safety, and licensing regulations at all times
Team Leadership
* Lead and inspire the bar team, fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellence
* Train and mentor team members, ensuring they understand recipes, techniques, and service standards
* Monitor staff performance, providing regular feedback and identifying opportunities for growth
* Assist in scheduling and managing shifts to maintainoptimal staffing levels during peak and off-peak times
Menu Development
* Collaborate with the Beverage Manager to develop creative and seasonal drink menus, including signature cocktails and non-alcoholic options
* Provide input on new drink offerings, experimenting with flavours, techniques, and presentation styles
* Stay updated on beverage trends, incorporating fresh ideas to enhance the menu
Financial Management
* Support the Beverage Manager in monitoring bar revenue, costs, and profitability, implementing strategies to achieve financial targets
* Assist in tracking sales performance, analysing key metrics, and identifying areas for improvement
* Contribute to upselling initiatives and promotional campaigns to boost revenue
Supplier and Vendor Relations
* Work with the Beverage Manager to maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring access to premium products and competitive pricing
* Monitor deliveries to ensure quality and consistency of products
Experience
* At least 1-2 years of experience in a bar or beverage management role within a high-end or fast-paced hospitality environment
* Strong understanding of bar operations, mixology, and beverage service
About MOI:
MOI is setting the stage for a new wave of culinary excellence in London’s dynamic food scene. Named with a nod to Soho’s vibrant culture, MOI, literally translated as a ‘bowl’, presents a new approach to Japanese dining in a relaxed, stylish space where guests can savour the atmosphere as much as the food for patrons to see and be seen.
Be part of something extraordinary, Apply now!
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