Bartender - London, United Kingdom - HSH Group

HSH Group

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

The Peninsula London is pleased to announce we are seeking a Bartender to join the team within fine dining bar team, reporting to the Head Mixologist.

This is a critical position in creating an efficient yet memorable guest experience through service and a unique beverage offering.

Brooklands restaurant will offer contemporary European cuisine from Michelin-starred Chef Director, Claude Bosi, widely considered to be one of Britain's leading culinary lights - as well as top-flight libations and cigars - in a collection of distinctive spaces inspired by the classic eras of British aviation and motorsport.

The venue, designed by London architects Archer Humphryes, comprises a sleek main dining room with a sweeping outdoor terrace with enchanting panoramic views across London's skyline taking in iconic landmarks like St Pauls and the City, the London Eye, and Battersea as well as over three Royal Parks (Hyde Park, Green Park, and St James' Park).

An exceptional opportunity to join our highprofile flagship hotel in London
Marketleading remuneration, service charges, and attractive benefits
Join our awardwinning group, working alongside a highly experienced team

Key Accountabilities

Always ensure the delivery of exceptional guest service, providing friendly, yet discreet and unobtrusive service in greeting, seating, and waiting on all guests.
Establish and maintain positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships
Conduct regular training to employees on preparation, service, and menu pairing related to the beverage menu.
Exceed guest expectations with service, in keeping with the Peninsula Service Principles, focusing on the core principles, looking for improvement for better service standards with a general theme of anticipating the guests' needs.
Observe and maintain the daily condition of all physical facilities and equipment in the fine dining bar, public area and make recommendations for corrections and improvement as needed.
Ensure that consistency and correct service techniques for all meal periods is followed by all staff members when preparing or serving a cocktail.

General Requirements

Good knowledge of cocktail preparation of both classics and innovative alternatives with previous experience within a cocktail bar at a luxury level.
Passion for service and quality beverage menu offerings, with an appetite to exceed expectations and be creative.
A second language would be advantageous although not essential however excellent communication skills are required.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, highly adaptable, naturally positive.
Flexibility, and capability of working under pressure.

At the Peninsula London, we look after:

Your financial wellbeing:

Excellent salary package
Generous service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues
Life Insurance
Enhanced company contribution on pension plan

Your medical care:

Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan

Your daily health routine:

State of the art heart of house facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers' room
Colleague restaurant with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings
Onsite occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions

Other perks:

High street and online shopping discounts
Rewards and recognition initiatives
Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire

Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London occupies one of the city's most prestigious addresses.

The newly built hotel, impeccably designed to harmonise with surrounding heritage buildings is just moments away from the city's most iconic attractions, including Three Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben.

Its 190 light-filled guest rooms and suites have been exquisitely designed by Peter Marino; its gathering spaces include several world-class restaurants and bars, including Brooklands helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Director Claude Bosi; the idyllic Peninsula Spa, and a luxury retail arcade.