We have a new opening for an experienced bartender to join our fabulous team, so please do read on for more information.
Hours: Full time - Part time hours. Day & Weekend shifts available.
The Salary: 12.21 - 13 per hour, may increase dependant on probation period and experience.
Duration: Permanent vacancy
Firstly, your Benefits as a Bartender:
Discount on food & drink in all our wonderful venues for you and your friends/family - The Beacon, The Swan, Kingdom
28 Days paid holiday. Part-time hours vary Exciting annual team events
Different training opportunities
Long term career opportunities and progression
Opportunity to work with a passionately growing restaurant group
Off at Christmas and New Year
The venue you become a part of:
Set amongst seventeen acres with three beautiful lakes, The Beacon has a thriving natural landscape. With free range chickens, beehives and many a visiting dog, the restaurant offers a natural retreat in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, with delicious seasonal menus to match. With two function rooms, a newly constructed amphitheatre, terrace dining and a Grand Pavilion, The Beacon effortlessly balances intimate homely aesthetics with spacious private areas and sweeping natural views.
The successful Bartender will undertake the following duties:
Dispense a variety of drinks from our Garden Bar or Hearth Restaurant as well as able to work on a busy bar for events when required
Wine, Beers, Coffees, Cocktails - knowledge and experience of serving Classic cocktails required
Cellar Management, Delivery and storage of drinks
Motivated by working closely with all your colleagues to ensure a smooth service
Waiter experience a bonus
Ideal candidate
Helpful and friendly
Team and customer focussed with great communication skills
Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
A team player but also have the ability to work on your own initiative
Able to follow guidelines and remain calm under pressure
Finally a little about us at 'I'll be Mother':
With multiple available positions, the opportunity to join a home-grown company, that's passionate about building meaningful experiences that connect people through shared loves, has arrived.
The Beacon is proud to be considered in the Top 100 Boutique Hotels in the country. We pride ourselves on exceptional personalised service and high standards of customer service, guest engagement and a high standard of Food and Beverage.
Situated in the Garden of England, I'll Be Mother is a highly reputable Kent-based independent restaurant company. We have four unique restaurants, designed to offer intimate and rustic dining experiences to all those that come through the door.
We are dedicated to creating meaningful places from shared loves that memorably bring us together. Each restaurant holds its own character, set against an array of naturally beautiful backdrops. From the expansive perimeters of the English vineyard at The Swan Wine Kitchen, to the sweeping views and terrace seating of The Beacon, I'll Be Mother promises authenticity and ambience at every table.
We are searching for friendly, enthusiastic and talented individuals to join the family. If you are looking for a fast-paced and creative working environment, that places quality and integrity as absolute priority, we would love to hear from you
I'll be Mother
Please ensure your eligibility to work in the UK before applying.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Due to the location of The Beacon, there is no public transport access and therefore we would encourage you to consider how you would commute here prior to applying. The Beacon is part of the I'll be Mother group with homes based in the South East of England. This outstanding property offers a great setting to work within. Working here you will truly feel that you are part of an inspired team who work together to ensure that our special places last forever. We believe in enriching our communities by creating meaningful places that bring people together.