Bartender

About the Role

As a Bartender at The Addison, you'll play a key role in creating memorable guest experiences through exceptional drinks, genuine hospitality, and a vibrant atmosphere. As part of the opening team, you'll craft and serve a range of premium cocktails, wines, spirits, coffee, and other beverages while building connections with guests and contributing to the unique energy that makes The Addison one of London's most exciting new hospitality destinations. This is a casual opportunity, offering shifts based on business needs, events and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve expertly crafted cocktails, premium beverages, and refreshments to consistently high quality and presentation standards.
• Deliver engaging, knowledgeable, and personalised service, building rapport with guests and enhancing their overall experience.
• Recommend drinks, pairings, and specials with confidence, using strong product knowledge to drive sales and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain an organised, well-stocked, and immaculate bar environment while adhering to all food safety, hygiene, licensing, and responsible alcohol service requirements.
• Work collaboratively with front-of-house, kitchen, and management teams to deliver seamless service and uphold The Addison's exceptional hospitality standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience in premium, luxury or VIP hospitality is essential, with a strong understanding of delivering personalised guest experiences in high-end venues.
• Strong cocktail-making skills and a passion for food, drink, and delivering memorable guest experiences.
• A confident and engaging personality with excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, quality, and professionalism.
• A reliable, positive, and team-focused approach, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and late-night service.

Benefits

• Competitive Rate of Pay – Earn a strong hourly rate for your work, above the London Living Wage.
• Flexible Working – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments, helping you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Weekly Pay – Get paid every week for the shifts you've worked.
• Sociable Workforce – Join a diverse and friendly team from across the city. Our casual workforce forms the heart of what we do – it's a great environment to meet people, make friends, and be part of exciting live events.
• Opportunities to Grow – Gain valuable experience in the live events industry and access to opportunities across Legends Global.

Recruitment Process

1st Stage – Screening Call with People Operations Manager. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.