Head Bartender in City of Westminster

We are seeking an exceptional Head Bartender to join the Dante Mayfair team at Claridge’s. Dante Mayfair brings its iconic cocktail culture to the timeless elegance of Claridge’s. As part of the finely tuned and knowledgeable team, you will serve our guests delicious modern Italian cuisine and world‑class cocktails, creating an unforgettable dining experience.

As Head Bartender you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the highest level beverage service within Dante.
• Being creative and constantly reviewing the beverage offering in line with Dante standards.
• Being aware of notable guests and their requirements and preferences.
• Overseeing the correct set up of the bar area within the restaurant.
• Encouraging care for details, in‑depth knowledge, whilst promoting high team morale.
• Facilitating constant communication with the restaurant team regarding Dante menu updates, dietary requirements and notable guests.
• Establishing genuine and strong rapport with each guest, based on their expectations.
• Dealing with and resolving any guest’s complaints.
• Observing team performance and providing feedback as necessary, whilst liaising with managers.

Successful candidates for our Head Bartender opportunity will:

• Demonstrate genuine dedication to Claridge’s and Dante and show a commitment to consistent quality in product and service.
• Have previous experience in a supervisory role and will have worked in a similar role within a luxury hotel environment or high‑profile restaurant.
• Have exceptional knowledge of the Dante style of service and product including food, wines and spirits.
• Be able to motivate and lead a team, be adaptable and have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Have the ability to work in a fast pace and with excellent attention to detail.
• Maintain immaculate personal presentation with a professional and welcoming personality.
• Have the ability to deal with high‑profile guests in a professional manner.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast‑paced and high‑performing hotel team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

Financial Stability

• Excellent salary package.
• Family‑friendly company policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Pension scheme.

Health and Wellbeing Support

• Subsidised monthly podiatrist and masseuse treatments.
• Flu vaccination vouchers.
• Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses.
• 24‑hour colleague assistance helpline.
• On and off‑site occupational health service.
• Death in service salary contribution.
• Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
• A complimentary state‑of‑the‑art all‑day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.

Recognition and Career Development

• Referral scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500.
• Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
• Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
• In‑house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
• Long service awards.

Memorable experiences

• Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
• Hotel guest experience stay including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
• 50% food and beverage discount across Maybourne.
• Social events (annual awards, summer Maybourne picnic, welcome to work, annual colleague party, annual colleague children’s party, etc.).
• Wedding and baby gifts.
• Retirement functions.

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits. In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.