Bartender

Summary of position & key attributes

Our Bar Team is key to the experience and theatre of our business, you will be producing and serving drinks at high volume in a fast pace exciting environment. We are looking for highly skilled Bartenders who have extensive experience in the bar industry. You will be provided extensive training and be expected to achieve execution criteria and consistency. Day to day duties will involve mixology prep of our unique innovative cocktail menu, preparing and setting up for private events, execution during service hours and maintaining the high hygiene and safety policies. You will work closely with the kitchen and front of house team to deliver exceptional standards of service. We are looking for a self driven individual that strives for excellence. Ideally with 2 3 years experience in the hospitality industry. The right candidate will be passionate and always strive to exceed expectations in knowledge and capabilities. This role will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business, including weekend and late night working.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing drinks
• Committing drink & food specifications to memory
• Engaging with our products and offering
• Execution of private and corporate events
• Delivering uniform drinks as per Clays guidelines
• Communicating the business and technology to our guests
• Understanding of our technology
• Making incredible recommendations based on your knowledge and training
• Setting up for service
• Maintaining Health & Safety expectations
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with floor, host and kitchen staff in a calm and professional manner
• Completing curriculum of the Clayers Academy
• Be a brand champion maintaining expectations and delivery at all times.

Skills and desired qualifications

• 2 - 3 years experience in a cocktail bar.
• Excellent knowledge of classic cocktails
• Ability to work under pressure
• Experience in high volume bars, preferred not essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Always looking for opportunities to improve your knowledge and abilities
• Passionate about hospitality and creating amazing experiences
• A keen eye for detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues and clients
• Honest with strong moral principles
• Take initiative, can solve problems calmly and work well under pressure

What you'll get in return

We value our colleagues greatly and want everyone to feel rewarded. This role is offered with a competitive base salary £13.33 per hour as well as weekly Tronc service charge distribution.

Our great benefits include

• Holiday: 32 working days' holiday pro rata each year, including bank holidays, with an increasing allocation up to a maximum of 36 days with length of service.
• Colleague Discounts: Enjoy a generous 50% discount during off-peak periods and 25% during peak periods for you, your friends, and family.
• Health Care Cash Plan: Up to £995 for reclaimable appointments & treatments, and access to a Virtual GP.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with Clayers Academy, our online learning platform, and seize opportunities for growth within our expanding business. Plus, earn globally recognized qualifications funded by Clays.
• Celebration Day: An additional paid day off each year to celebrate something meaningful to you.
• Parental Leave: Market leading policies with 13 weeks at 100% pay for maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leave after 12 months of service.
• Employee Assistance: Access a 24/7 support service and up to 8 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Volunteer Day: A paid day off annually to give back to your local community.
• Birthday Gift: Choose a special gift to celebrate your birthday.
• Pension Scheme: Join our non contributory pension scheme with a minimum 3% contribution from us and 5% from you.
• Recognition and Incentives: Enjoy team recognition and rewards through our Shooting Stars programme.
• Hospitality Discounts: Access exclusive discounts via Hospitality Rewards.
• Meals Provided: Free meals for colleagues working operational shifts.