Bar Attendant

Job description

What you'll be doing

Are you an experienced bartender with a passion for cocktails, mixology and delivering exceptional hospitality? We have an exciting opportunity for a Bar Attendant to join our Catering Services team at the House of Commons. You will be primarily based in the Pugin Room, one of our most distinctive hospitality spaces, which transforms throughout the day from a traditional tea room offering afternoon tea service into an evening bar serving classic and signature cocktails.

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your technical cocktail-making skills, creativity and passion for mixology while delivering exceptional service to Members of Parliament and their guests. You will also have the opportunity to work across our wider bar operation, gaining experience in a variety of hospitality settings within one of the UK's most iconic and historic venues.

Find out more about working at the House of Commons.

Why Join us?

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
• Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
• Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.

What we're looking for

• Cocktail Preparation and Mixology: Practical experience preparing classic and signature cocktails, with strong technical skills, creativity and enthusiasm for developing their craft.
• Beverage Knowledge: Experience serving a range of drinks, including wines, spirits and beers, with a passion for expanding product knowledge and making confident recommendations.
• Customer Service: A friendly, attentive and professional approach to delivering exceptional hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Teamwork and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues while engaging confidently with a wide range of guests.

How to Apply

CV and Criterion Responses - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and provide evidence against criteria 1 in the Job Description.

More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament

Additional Information

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Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

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