Lore Group

Head Bartender

Lore Group  •  £28k/yr  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

A lifestyle Hotel based on London’s eccentric South Bank. With 354 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets and an electric energy, Sea Containers London is a destination where glamour meets brutalism – and it's your London anchor on the River Thames.

About the Role
As Head Bartender, you'll be responsible for leading the day-to-day operation of the bar, inspiring and developing your team, and ensuring every drink and every guest experience reflects the high standards of Sea Containers Restaurant.
The Head Bartender works closely with the restaurant management team to drive performance, maintain exceptional service standards, and contribute to the continued success of our beverage programme.
What You'll Do
  • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing bar team.
  • Deliver exceptional guest experiences with confidence and personality.
  • Maintain consistently high standards of cocktail preparation, presentation, and service.
  • Manage stock control, ordering, and inventory to minimise waste and maximise profitability.
  • Create staff training programmes and support the development of junior bartenders.
  • Ensure compliance with licensing, health and safety, and food hygiene regulations.
  • Work collaboratively with the restaurant and kitchen teams to deliver seamless service.
  • Contribute ideas for seasonal cocktails, menu development, and special events.
We're Looking For
  • Previous experience as a Head Bartender, Bar Manager, or Senior Bartender in a premium hospitality environment.
  • Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching and developing others.
  • Extensive knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, and premium beverages.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • A positive, hands-on approach with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Salary £13.91 p/h + service charge (extremely competitive) + benefits

At Sea Containers London we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:

  • Guest experience including dinner and drinks

  • 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel

  • Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates

  • Lore Group Friend and Family Rates

  • 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery

  • 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars

  • Discounts in our spa and cinema

  • Contribution towards Health - Cash Plan

  • 2 days paid volunteering leave per year

  • Life Assurance

  • Length of service incentives (additional holiday)

  • Bespoke training programmes

  • Free meals on duty

  • Incentives such as Ride-to-Work and season ticket loan

  • Quarterly employee award ceremony and company staff parties

  • Employee assistance programme

Location: London

Lore Group

About Lore Group

THOUGHTFUL DESIGN | INTUITIVE SERVICE | STORIES THAT LAST.

Lore Group is an international hospitality company that designs, transforms, manages and operates hotel and food and drink concepts in notable cities across Europe and the United States. We deliver approachable and inspired spaces to our guests from around the world . Our diverse portfolio of award-winning properties includes Pulitzer Amsterdam, Riggs Washington DC, Sea Containers London, One Hundred Shoreditch London, Lyle Washington DC and Kimpton de Witt Amsterdam

Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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