HEAD BARTENDER – RONDO

Company Description We are looking for charismatic & experienced Head Bartender to be part of our team for The Hoxton, Holborn The Hoxton, Holborn was the second Hox to join the fam, taking over a Grade II-listed building that was once the factory of George Kent, a famed maker of gadgets and instruments (among them a knife sharpener/cleaner now sitting in the Science Museum, no less).
After Kent, BT moved in, and now this former telephone exchange is home to 230 bedrooms and the Apartment, plus our foodie hotspot Rondo.
All a stone’s throw from the capital’s most famous shopping and entertainment districts.
Rondo is our neighbourhood restaurant in middle-town Holborn with a focus on seasonal local British dishes, unsung ingredients and great wine.
Headed up by chef Tristan Downes; this is the place you wish you had at the end of your street.
Job Description Lead the bar team in creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere where guests come to wind down and enjoy themselves Be creative and share ideas to develop our menu – play a part in innovating our bar concept and staying on (and even ahead) of trends Know your product and systems inside out Lead your team by example, driving service standards that strive for the best for the guest; encouraging your team to grow and develop, the Hox way Qualifications Previous Bartender experience, ready for a step up with great wine & cocktail knowledge A natural people person – you’re confident behind the bar and brilliant with guests You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here Passion for hospitality – you’re all about creating memorable experiences for others, be they guests or colleagues You’re not precious.
We leave our egos at the door and help get shit done You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way Additional Information Competitive salary plus TRONC 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!) Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones! Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!