Bartender

A bit about us. Grind is a coffee company that lives in London. Since opening Shoreditch Grind in 2011, we've expanded across London with cafés, coffee trucks and a state‑of‑the‑art coffee roastery. Our cafés and coffee shops are the beating heart of Grind, they are where it all began. We're a bustling hub in the heart of London's most iconic places, known for serving our specialty coffee and renowned bottomless brunches. We think coffee can be a force for good. Whether it's through creating the UK's first compostable coffee pods, our plastic‑free packaging or carbon‑free shipping — we're on a mission to be the world's most sustainable coffee company. In 2023, we created our charity, the Better Coffee Foundation, to undo the damage done by the global coffee industry – in our first year, we recovered 43 million pods' worth of ocean‑bound plastic.

A bit about the role. At Grind, we’re always developing our cocktail and bar culture and are now looking for an enthusiastic bartender who enjoys making classical drinks with contemporary twists. Our Bartenders focus on consistency and attention to detail when it comes to the classics, and contribute to the seasonal menus alongside the Bar Managers. We are looking for energetic night owls to join the Grind Crew in any of our Central London Locations. As a Grind Bartender, we expect the usual responsibilities: great service, cocktail consistency and some quality shaking. In return we offer a structured personal development plan to help you advance your career.

Role responsibilities:

• Possess strong bar and multi‑tasking skills
• Basic knowledge of spirits, wine and beer types
• Possess strong attention to detail
• Adapt to and adhere to Grind procedures, specifications and house rules
• Adhere to company values and professional conduct rules
• Understand and follow the Steps of Service in line with company standards
• Deliver exemplary service following the Steps of Service procedure
• Be punctual at all times and ensure the punctuality of all bar staff
• Wear the full, correct uniform at all times

You’ll have:

• Eager to learn new skills and commit to continuous professional development
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Strong time‑management and prioritisation skills
• Quick problem‑solving abilities and initiative

Diversity and Inclusion. Grind is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status or disability status. If you require adjustments to bring your best self to an interview, please let us know.

Benefits and Perks:

• NEST Pension – a pension scheme to help you plan for the future
• Stream – on‑demand access to earned wages, financial coaching and more
• Employee Loan – access an interest‑free loan of up to £1,000 for unexpected expenses
• Referral Bonus – £250 for employees and £450 for managers when you bring talent to the team
• Online Discounts – up to 40% off our retail line online
• SpectrumLife – confidential Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support
• Crew Card – 50% off all food and drinks, plus two free coffees a day at Grind locations
• Friends & Family Discount – discounts for friends and family on our website and at our sites
• Meals on Duty – one staff meal on shifts over 4 hours, two staff meals on shifts over 10 hours
• Social Events – team events to connect and have fun
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity – enhanced benefits once eligible