F&B Bartender Full Time

Role: F&B Bartender at The Imperial – New Opening HotelLocation: Bloomsbury, LondonAbout UsImperial London Hotels is a family run company with a 187-year legacy, dedicated to putting authentic London experiences within everyone’s reach.This summer, we open the doors to our fully re-imagined hotel, The Imperial – a new lifestyle offering within our portfolio. With 357 bedrooms, multiple dining venues, a workout studio, and destination rooftop bar, this will be a new beacon, bang in the heart of Bloomsbury, London.About The RoleWe’re looking for a stand‑out F&B Bartender who brings energy, personality and craft to every serve. At The Imperial, you’ll be the face of our bar — mixing great drinks, creating great moments and helping deliver the kind of atmosphere guests want to return to again and again.What You’ll Be DoingCraft exceptional cocktails, pour beautiful serves and deliver it all with style and confidenceKeep the bar immaculate, stocked and ready for action at all timesBring warmth and personality to every interaction, offering recommendations that elevate the guest experienceSupport the wider F&B team with set‑up, service and close‑downStay sharp on stock, cash‑handling and waste processesMaintain top‑tier hygiene and safety standards — alwaysStay calm, collected and guest‑focused during busy serviceBring fresh ideas, help shape seasonal offerings and support small eventsHandle any equipment or maintenance issues promptlyJump in wherever needed to keep service seamlessWho You AreExperienced in bars or hospitality, with solid knowledge of cocktails, spirits and contemporary drinking cultureComfortable with POS systems, stock processes and basic cash handlingLevel 2 Food Safety & Hygiene (or willing to obtain), plus L2 APLHConfident, guest‑centric and able to communicate in English at CEFR B2 levelCreative, curious and passionate about great drinks and great serviceBonus points for: experience in lifestyle venues, menu development, event support, sustainability‑led bar practices, and digital bar techWhat’s In It For You28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays)Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported studyHoliday Purchase SchemeComplimentary uniform dry‑cleaning, plus discounted personal dry‑cleaningInterest‑free Season Ticket LoanWorkplace PensionTeam Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount50% discount across ILH F&B outletsDiscounted drinks at Blooms CaféEmployee‑funded Health Cash PlanLocal Bloomsbury discountsEarly Pay accessShopping discounts with selected retailersSalary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technologyAccess to mental health first‑aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme Ready to Shake Things Up?If you’re all about warmth, craft and creating memorable moments behind the bar, we’d love to have you on the team!