Job Description

Bar Assistant

Full-time - part-time - Variable Hours - morning, afternoon, evening and weekend availability is essential

9.00 under 18, 10.60 ages 18 to 20, 12.60 ages 21+ Plus, share of service charge

Welcome to Bainland Lodge Retreats - a number one choice for a luxury and rural short break retreats, which is family run located near Woodhall Spa.

The Nest Restaurant & Bar is a premier dining destination, offering an all-day bistro-inspired menu and an extensive selection of drinks and cocktails. Guests can savour meals on our all-weather outdoor terrace or in our inviting indoor dining area, both of which create an ideal setting for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between.

We also cater to unique experiences with In-Lodge Private Dining and our Bartender Service, bringing the restaurant to guests for an exclusive, personalised dining experience. The Garden Room, an elegant and versatile space, serves as a private dining venue or a professional setting for conferences and work events.

Are you passionate about working in hospitality and driven to deliver exceptional customer experiences? We are looking for part-time Bar Assistant to join our team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Bartender, you will be the welcoming face of the bar, delivering exceptional service in a relaxed yet refined environment. You will prepare and serve a wide range of drinks, including premium spirits, wines, beers, and an exciting cocktail menu.

Key Responsibilities

As a Bartender, you will provide a warm and friendly welcome to guests, taking drink orders efficiently and preparing and serving high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with consistency, excellent presentation, and strong product knowledge. You will confidently make classic and contemporary cocktails, creating visually appealing drinks with attention to detail, following recipes, and maintaining stock levels of all cocktail ingredients and garnishes. Your role will include setting up, cleaning, and closing down the bar to high hygiene standards, monitoring and rotating stock, handling card payments accurately, supporting the team during busy periods, and adhering to licensing laws while promoting responsible drinking. You will also ensure the bar area remains clean, safe, and well-organised at all times, following food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen procedures, and complying fully with company policies and legal requirements.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar hospitality role and bring a 'can do' attitude, strong organisational skills, and a keen eye for detail. They will have an approachable, cheerful, and friendly personality, be fluent in spoken English, and hold a good standard of education, including Maths and English at GCSE level. While previous hospitality experience is desirable, it is not essential, and a full UK driving licence is preferred due to the location. Above all, candidates must be committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, able to work under pressure, and demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach within a fast-paced environment.

About the Benefits

Bainland Lodge Retreats is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as follows:

A competitive remuneration package, including a share of the service delivery charge 28 days holiday, including public holidays. Part-time employees will receive this entitlement on a pro-rata basis. Pension Discounted Bainland breaks Discounted prices on food and drink ordered in The Nest Discounted prices in The Stores on site (does not apply to food and drinks) On-site parking Training and development opportunities. Employee Assistance Program, providing support on mental wellbeing, financial and legal matters
Closing date: Please note that this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Therefore, early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: 9.00-12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 35 per week

Work Location: In person