Bar staff

Salary: £12.81 per hour. Under-18s may attract a lower rate of pay, always in line with, but usually above, national guidelines.

About the role

The ideal applicant is fun, enthusiastic, and passionate, with a good attitude, willingness to learn, and a calm head under pressure. No experience is needed—we provide award-winning training. Whether you're looking for a long-term career or extra shifts, if you're reliable, friendly, and love teamwork, this role could be perfect for you.

Our pubs open early and close late, so we offer great flexibility with shift patterns, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and late finishes.

Responsibilities

• Take orders, prepare, dispense, and serve drinks to the correct specification (at the bar or via the customer app).
• Deliver food to customers, complete check-backs, and clear plates within the required timeframe.
• Provide friendly customer interactions: greet customers, express thanks, and build rapport.
• Stay knowledgeable about promotions, events, and new products.
• Maintain "clean as you go" standards: clear tables, wipe surfaces, and perform toilet checks.
• Work in all areas, including glass-washing, restocking fridges, clearing floors and beer gardens, and other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay with £1 extra per hour for hours worked between midnight and 5:59 AM.
• Free meal and drink when working.
• 20% discount on all food, drinks, and hotel accommodation (for you and up to three guests) when not working.
• Bonus scheme—earn up to 19% of your pay.
• Guaranteed-hours and variable-hours contracts available.
• Paid holiday.
• Free shares after a qualifying period.
• Loyalty reward scheme.

Progression and development

Most Wetherspoon team leaders and managers started in the kitchen or behind the bar. We support your development with:

• Structured on-the-job training.
• Apprenticeships and management academies.
• Cross-training into other areas (kitchen, hotel).
• Opportunities to move into team-leader, kitchen-shift-leader, and/or pub-manager roles.

Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. We ensure you have the skills and knowledge for a great career with us.

Schedule

30 hours per week, with the following typical shifts:

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 AM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 AM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 AM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – Flexible
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 AM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 AM
• Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 AM