Head Bartender

Welcome to The Londoner, a hotel that is chic boutique in spirit and feeling yet staggering in scale and ambition. Situated in the heart of Leicester Square, we are seeking hospitality professionals whose unique talents and ambitions will drive them to not only rise to our guests' exacting standards but also propel their own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

We are currently recruiting for a Bartender at The Londoner, the role is for The Residence - a collection of three beautifully designed spaces just for hotel residents. The Y Bar, The Drawing Room, and The Whisky Room have been curated to meet our guests’ every work and leisure needs.

• Direct the bar team to ensure seamless service and a warm, engaging atmosphere.
• Develop and maintain an exceptional cocktail and spirits programme aligned with luxury market trends.
• Ensure all beverages are prepared and presented to the highest standards of precision and craftsmanship.
• Train and mentor bartenders and barbacks, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Evaluate guest feedback and implement improvements to elevate the overall experience.
• Maintain full compliance with licensing, health & safety, and operational policies.
• Represent The Residence as an ambassador of its style, creativity, and guest‑centric ethos.

• Current, in‑depth knowledge of London’s premium bar and liquor trends, with particular expertise in high‑end and rare whiskies.
• A proven ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver results with consistency and excellence.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring every drink, interaction, and environment is executed flawlessly.
• A track record of achieving outstanding personal and departmental performance targets.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop a high‑performing team.
• A guest‑focused mindset, always seeking opportunities to exceed expectations and enhance the experience.

• Competitive salary.
• 28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service.
• Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beverages provided daily.
• Recommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.
• Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels.
• Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends.
• Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets.
• Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme.
• Regular social events across all hotels.
• Annual company recognition events held in January each year.
• Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels.
• Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support.
• Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy.
• Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development.

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.