Bartender

Malmaison Hotel du Vin; Brighton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A boutique hotel chain in Brighton is seeking an enthusiastic Bartender to join their vibrant team. You'll be responsible for managing the bar, serving drinks, and creating a memorable experience for guests. Ideal candidates will have a passion for hospitality and knowledge of bar operations. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for career development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates

Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate

35% off dining

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

High Street Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plans

Referral schemes

Complimentary anniversary stays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a bar or hospitality environment preferred.
• Ability to engage customers and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bar and serve drinks to customers.
• Create cocktails and ensure quality service.
• Support team efforts and contribute to a positive environment.

Skills

Knowledge of bar operations

Ability to mix drinks

Customer service skills

Job description

Opened 2016
73 bedrooms
150‑seater Bar & Grill
4 private event spaces – largest seats up to 100
Situated on the waterfront of Brighton Marina and making waves in this cool area of the city. As well as everything the Marina has to offer, we're within walking distance of Brighton's much famed beachfront with the Palace Pier. Brighton is one of the most vibrant, colourful and creative cities in Europe. Cosmopolitan, compact, energetic, unique, historic and free‑spirited, it's a city like no other. Nestling between the South Downs and the sea on the stunning South Coast, Brighton offers everything from Regency heritage to beachfront cool. A fantastic mix of iconic attractions, famed nightlife, funky arts, culture and year‑round festivals and events.

About The Role

Job title: Bartender, Malmaison Brighton

£12.36ph 40hpw Permanent position Malmaison Brighton. Great Minds Drink Alike… Why not get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn new skills and make a career for life with Malmaison. If you know your way around a bar, can tell your Pinot from your Chardonnay and can shake a mean martini this is the job for you.

Malmaison offers something different to the usual hotel bar and our guests expect a high standard of banter, knowledge and entertainment when grabbing a drink whether it be a quick one (or two) after work, before a night out or as part of the wider F&B experience.

Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of? We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Bar Manager position – we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards.

Benefits

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros.
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career.
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes.
• Healthcare Cash Plans – dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month.
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!).
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more.
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save directly from your salary.
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family.

Our Sustainability Goals

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK.
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone in the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round.
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco‑friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace.

Interested?

Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality

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Brighton, England, United Kingdom