Cocktail Bartender/ Bar Lead £18p/h plus tips West London - The Beachcomber - London
15 minutes ago•36 views






Pay: £16.00-£18.00 per hour
Job Description:
Bartender / Senior Bartender – Cocktail Bar
Central London (Bayswater / Queensway)
£16–£18 per hour (including service charge) + additional tips
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Bartender or Senior Bartender to join our team at an established, independent cocktail bar in Central London.
We specialise in rum, tiki cocktails and classic cocktails, combining quality drinks with a lively, high-energy late-night atmosphere.
We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys bartending, takes pride in their craft and knows how to deliver great service when the bar gets busy.
For more experienced candidates, there's an opportunity to take on additional responsibility, lead shifts and help develop the team.
What You'll Be Doing
- Making excellent classic and signature cocktails with speed, accuracy and consistency.
- Delivering confident, engaging and attentive guest service.
- Keeping the bar organised and service running smoothly during busy periods.
- Working closely with bartenders and floor staff to maintain efficient service.
- Maintaining high standards of presentation, cleanliness and preparation.
- Assisting with stock management, daily preparation and closing procedures.
- Following licensing requirements, Challenge 25 and responsible alcohol service procedures.
For senior candidates:
- Taking the lead during service and managing the flow of a busy shift.
- Supporting, coaching and developing other team members.
- Handling guest issues professionally and confidently.
- Helping maintain consistency, efficiency and high operational standards.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- At least 2 years' experience in cocktail bartending.
- Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits and cocktail techniques.
- Experience working in a busy, high-volume cocktail bar.
- Ability to maintain quality and consistency while working at speed.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Reliability, professionalism and attention to detail.
- Confidence communicating with guests in English.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and late nights.
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of rum, tiki cocktails and tropical drinks.
- Previous experience as a Senior Bartender, Bar Lead or Shift Supervisor.
- An interest in developing cocktail knowledge and contributing ideas.
The Venue & Working Hours
We're a small, close-knit team working in a lively, independent cocktail bar with a strong drinks identity and a loyal customer base.
Our evenings build into a busy late-night service, particularly after midnight. You'll need to enjoy the energy of a busy bar and be comfortable balancing speed, quality and hospitality.
Shift information:
- Evening shifts, typically starting from 6pm.
- Closing times: 1am weekdays / 2am weekends.
- Weekend and late-night availability required.
- Convenient Central London location.
Due to late finishing times, please ensure you have reliable transport arrangements.
Pay
£16–£18 per hour (service charge included) , plus additional tips.
Pay within this range will depend on experience and responsibilities.
Apply
If you're a capable cocktail bartender who enjoys a lively atmosphere, takes pride in making great drinks and works well as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.
Whether you're an experienced bartender looking for your next challenge or a senior bartender ready to take more ownership, we welcome your application.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bayswater W2 3RR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable working late-night shifts (up to 2am)
Experience:
- cocktail bartending: 2 years (required)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- Monday - Sunday until late - approx 40 hours
- Salary
- £16 – £18 hourly
- Benefits
- + Cash/Card Tips
- Starting time
- Immediate start!

Tiki Bar & Lounge • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since April, 2026
The Beachcomber is a premium tiki bar & lounge in Central London, offering a unique late-night experience focused on rhum-based drinks and a high-energy atmosphere. Cocktails are our passion. Tiki is our culture.





Post a job and hire






