Il Bistrotto London is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Head Bartender for its new Cocktail/Tapas bar in Chelsea. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality, a talent for crafting exceptional drinks, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service. As a Bartender, you will play a key role in ensuring guests have a memorable experience by serving high-quality beverages in a fast-paced environment. The original Il Bistrotto first opened in 1982 and was acquired by its current owners in 2018. Located between the city of Genoa and the renowned Portofino, it has since become one of the most distinguished cocktail bars on the Ligurian Riviera. For its London opening, the company has partnered with Luca Gargano of Velier S.p.A., a global leader in the rum sector, renowned for bringing distilleries like Demerara, Caroni, and Foursquare to international prominence. In addition to rum, Velier pioneered the natural wine movement with the launch of the Triple A protocol in 2003, promoting authentic and sustainable production. Responsibilities - Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences. - Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the bar area, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. - Engage with customers, providing friendly and knowledgeable service while taking drink orders and offering recommendations. - Manage inventory, including ordering supplies, tracking stock levels, and minimising waste. - Handle cash transactions accurately and efficiently, demonstrating basic maths skills for processing payments. - Collaborate with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods. - Uphold the highest standards of hospitality, ensuring that every guest feels welcomed and valued. Experience - Previous Head bartending experience; a willingness to learn is key. - Familiarity with food safety practices within a restaurant or bar setting is advantageous. - Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with guests and team members alike. - A genuine desire to help others and create enjoyable experiences for customers. If you are passionate about the art of bartending and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
Retail Manager As a result of our exceptional growth in recent years, we are on the lookout for an outstanding Manager with a proven record in sales,&marketing, visitor operations and customer service skills. Personal Skills: A suitable candidate will have good written and verbal communication skills, experience in problem solving skills, ability to use own initiative, work on their own, work with a team and strong track record of managing budgets to maximise income while controlling costs. • Project Management skills • Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) • Advanced IT skills, POS system management including web ordering • Flexibility, enthusiasm, and enjoyment in meeting people Employee benefits include: • Performance related Bonus • Pension Scheme • Opportunities for promotion • Discounted Purchases with us • An excellent working environment Details about the role: • Full time position (37.5hours a week) • Friendly team • Opportunities for further training and self-development • The store is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm - 51 weeks per year. Rotating shift patterns within opening hours. • Salary £39000 per annum Main responsibilities: The duties of the manager will include: · Overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to ensure smooth, efficient service and an exceptional customer experience. · Daily Operations Management: Oversee the day-to-day running of the store to ensure smooth and efficient operations. · Stock Control & Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, manage reordering, minimize wastage, and ensure availability of key items. · Supplier Liaison & Purchasing: Source products, negotiate prices with suppliers, and ensure timely deliveries. · Compliance & Licensing: Ensure adherence to all health & safety, food hygiene, trading standards, and tobacco/alcohol licensing regulations. · Cash Handling & Financial Reporting: Manage tills, reconcile daily takings, prepare sales reports, and monitor store profitability. · Staff Supervision & Rota Management: Supervise and support staff, prepare shift rotas, and manage recruitment and training of new employees. · Customer Service & Engagement: Maintain high standards of customer service, handle complaints, and promote a welcoming store atmosphere. · Visual Merchandising & Shop Layout: Ensure products are well displayed, clearly priced, and that the store layout encourages footfall and sales. · Security & Loss Prevention: Monitor for theft, maintain CCTV and security protocols, and ensure secure handling of high-value items. · Business Development: Identify opportunities to introduce new product lines, promotions, or services to increase sales and customer retention. Requested qualifications and experiences: • NQF Level 3 or above in management • At least one year experience of working in similar role i.e., Sales Manager/Marketing Manager/Retail Manager EMPLOYMENT IS SUBJECT TO TWO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES AND A DBS CHECK - Please note that if we have not contacted you within 10 working days, it is fair to assume that due to a number of possible reasons your application will not be pursued further in this instance. We will, however, retain your details on our database and contact you with any suitable opportunities in the future*