Bartender

Who we are:

We love what we do and what we do is important! We believe that everyone should leave feeling better – this means not just our guests and owners, but also our teammates. Everyone should go home feeling better because they learned something new or had fun working that day.

Why work with Virgin Hotels:

Because it is fun, of course! But we appreciate that fun isn’t always enough – what else is in it for you?

• A day off for your birthday
• Paid leave to volunteer to spend time with the causes closest to your heart, for every teammate
• Generous family friendly policies and allowances
• Teammate discount at Virgin Hotels and 20 other Virgin brands!
• Training and development including apprenticeships
• Teammate meals provided
• 4 x your salary life assurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program and Company sick pay

Your mission:

Should you choose to accept it…

Sometimes a guest wants to be introduced to a handcrafted cocktail or a celebratory bottle of wine. Other times, a guest just wants a local, favorite brew. As the Bartender you cater to all because what matters to you in the end is that our guests are happy and comfortable in our presence. Most of all, we want you to have FUN since you will play a huge role in creating that memorable guest experience!

The Nitty-Gritty:

What exactly you will be doing…

• The Bartender must love people and have a passion for serving others and the community
• Preparation will be key. Prep the bar daily, maintain it during the shift and clean it nightly in preparation for the next shift
• Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised work environment including stocking of supplies, washing and polishing glassware, folding napkins, cleaning menus, sanitising tables, etc.
• Stock the bar as necessary in accordance with company guidelines regarding stock requisition
• Adhere to company standards regarding food and beverage knowledge
• Orchestrate an extraordinary guest experience through positive guest interaction
• Be able to guide guests through aspects of our hotel and our city
• Ensure that guests are of legal drinking age by asking for an appropriate ID
• Handle a cash bank and adhere to company policies regarding money handling
• Accurately enter all items into POS system and charge guests accordingly
• Comply with sanitation standards and notify management of any issues

Background must-have:

• Current right to work in the UK
• Preferred: 1-2 years’ experience as a Bartender in a full-service restaurant or lounge
• Cocktail experience

*Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and welcomes teammates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an inclusive and Equal Opportunity Employer*

What do you get when you mix innovative design that defies expectation, wit that defines a culture and an infamously tireless approach to hospitality and entertainment? Well, the perfect partnership of Virgin Hotels and the spirit of Glasgow, of course. Within this match made in heaven you’ll discover chambers that put you in the drivers seat, food and beverage spaces that marry the best of global trends with local produce and Glasgow city views the likes of which you’ve never seen. And we’re just getting started. Step inside to find your new favourite place to be.