Bar Back

About The Role and The Londoner Hotel

Join The Londoner, a distinguished boutique hotel located centrally in Leicester Square, London. Known as the city's first 'Super Boutique' hotel, it presents a unique blend of style across 15 floors. We are hiring a Bar Back for our rooftop bar, 8 at The Londoner, where your talents and career ambitions will be nurtured and rewarded alongside maintaining high guest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the bar team during a fast-paced operation ensuring all pre-shift preparations (mis en place) are complete, including cocktail ingredients, fully stocked bar items, and sufficient glassware.
• Maintain continual stock levels throughout shifts to prevent shortages for bartenders.
• Keep the bar area clean, tidy, and free from any obstructions at all times.

Candidate Profile

• Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a bar back in a premium liquor-focused bar environment, although training will be provided.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and strong customer service skills.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 28 days of annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with long service.
• Daily complimentary hot meals, salad options, and unlimited beverages.
• Friend referral program offering up to £500 per recommended friend.
• Annual complimentary hotel night stays.
• Discounted accommodation rates across Edwardian Hotels for employees, their families, and friends.
• Access to a broad discount platform for popular retail outlets.
• Company pension scheme with auto enrollment.
• Regular social and company recognition events.
• Wellbeing support including champions, access to a company doctor, and occupational health services.
• Learning opportunities through the Edwardian Academy online platform.
• Prospects for advancement with extensive training programs.

Eligibility

Applicants must have legal entitlement to live and work in the UK, with proof of eligibility required as part of the hiring process, in accordance with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996.