At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the bar team in delivering exceptional service and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
- Company: Join The Horses, a fresh hospitality venue in Farringdon opening in August 2026.
- Benefits: Earn up to £15.50 per hour, enjoy 50% off food and drink, and access weekly tips.
- Other info: Career progression opportunities and delicious staff meals on shift.
- Why this job: Be part of a new opening and shape the venue's success from day one.
- Qualifications: Positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Barback to join our new opening, The Horses! Opening in August 2026, The Horses will bring a fresh hospitality offering to Farringdon. Set within a building that has long been part of the local community, the venue will combine a pub atmosphere with exceptional dining, quality drinks, and attentive service across multiple floors.
We are building a team that prides itself on delivering authentic hospitality, who are collaborative and create a genuinely warm, welcoming environment for every guest. This is an opportunity to join a new opening and help shape the venue from day one, becoming part of a business that values quality, teamwork, and a shared passion for great service.
Salary: up to 12.71 per hour + service charge (Earn up to 15.50 per hour)
What's in it for you as a Barback:
- 50% off food and drink in our pubs for a table of up to 4 people.
- Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our restaurants, including our kitchen team.
- Access your tips weekly in your digital tip jar.
- Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
- 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support, access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
- Celebrate your 1-year work anniversary with an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, on us!
- Access to Stream, a financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
- Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
- Delicious staff meals on shift.
- Career progression opportunities, ongoing training to develop yourself personally and professionally.
About you, our new Barback:
- Positive and friendly attitude as well as a willingness to work collaboratively with the team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating a positive experience for guests.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience in a high-end and high-volume establishment is preferable BUT NOT imperative.
About Us: Public House Group is a collection of pubs and restaurants across London and the Cotswolds. Our journey began with The Pelican, setting the tone for everything that followed. Each of our venues champions the very best of the UK, from responsibly sourced meats and seasonal vegetables to a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits. At the heart of what we do is a commitment to craftsmanship, provenance and authenticity. We work closely with farmers, growers and suppliers who share our values, ensuring that every dish and every drink reflects quality, integrity and care. As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same to create spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary, where guests experience honest food, thoughtful service and a genuine connection to British produce.
Barback, The Horses - London employer: Public House group
At The Horses, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that values teamwork and exceptional service. As a Barback, you'll enjoy competitive pay, generous discounts, and access to a wealth of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing support and career progression opportunities. Join us in shaping a new venue in Farringdon, where your contributions will be recognised and rewarded in a community-focused environment.
