Head Bartender

The Role

We're looking for a Head Bartender to join the team at The Orange.

As Head Bartender, you'll lead the bar team in delivering exceptional drinks experiences, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring every cocktail, pint, and premium serve reflects Cubitt House's high standards. You'll champion creativity, consistency, and service excellence, creating memorable experiences for every guest.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and mentor the bar team to deliver world-class service.
• Oversee daily bar operations, including stock management, rota planning, and workflow efficiency.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all drinks, from classic cocktails to premium spirits and craft beers.
• Collaborate with suppliers to maintain relationships and source high quality ingredients and products.
• Drive sales performance, monitor KPIs, and manage costs effectively.
• Train the team in cocktail techniques, drink presentation, and customer service standards.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, licensing, and hygiene standards.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Head Bartender or senior bartender in a high quality hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and develop others.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem solving abilities.
• Passion for cocktails, spirits, and craft beverages, with a flair for innovation.
• Hands on, adaptable approach with focus on service excellence and operational efficiency.
• Full eligibility to work in the UK.

On The House

• Competitive pay plus service charge. Advertised rate is inclusive of tronc.
• 50% off food & drink across all Cubitt House pubs.
• Perkbox - 30 points every month to spend however you like.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Nursery scheme vouchers.
• Access to fully funded apprenticeship opportunities for Levels 2-5, both front and back of house.
• Wagestream.
• Company pension.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Flexible shift patterns.
• Length of service rewards.
• Employee of the Month recognition.
• Supplier trips, tastings, and external learning opportunities.
• Monthly Bar Academy for cocktail mastery and premium drinks training.
• Quarterly staff socials, competitions, and a legendary Christmas party.
• Free language development school to help you grow.
• A bottle of champagne on your birthday.
• A supportive, passionate culture that values both skill and character.