52 Best Bar Staff Jobs in Poplar, London (September 2026)

CRATE Brewery & Pizzeria

Canary Wharf Estate, London

Shift Leader - Wood Wharf Wood Wharf 14 Water St, Building D1/D2, London, E14 5GX, UNITED KINGDOM £16.62/hour Part Time The role Crate Wood Wharf is our newest venue, and we're looking for a Shift Leader to help keep it running at its best. This is the job that holds a shift together. You'll be on the floor and behind the bar, making sure service flows, guests are looked after, and the team has what it needs to do their best work. You're the link between the team and senior leaders: the person who spots the problem before it becomes one, and the one people come to when something needs sorting. We're after someone who is open, honest, straight-talking, and genuinely good with people. What you'll be doing Looking after guests • Bar service, greeting people as they arrive and come to the bar, • Talking people through the menu and making recommendations where needed, • Running pizzas to tables in good time, • Handling questions and complaints properly, including when a manager isn't on site, • Being an ambassador for Crate whenever you're on site Running the shift • Overseeing service so it flows, with the right people in the right roles, • Organising breaks, • Escalating what needs escalating, eg staff disputes, guest complaints, quality concerns, • Keeping the venue looking and feeling its best: layout, lighting, music, temperature, • Staying calm and methodical throughout service Standards and safety • Being the eyes and ears of the team, flagging developing risk situations to a manager or security, • Toilet checks and tidies, back of house, staff areas and waste management, • Correct stock storage and beer lines kept to the highest standard, • Reporting and chasing maintenance issues quickly Opening and closing • Opening up and having the venue ready to welcome guests by 12:00, • Printing and completing the paperwork: Opening Briefs, Toilet Checklists, Close Down Sheets, Waste Sheets, compliance diary, • Opening the EOD system and writing an accurate End of Day report for your shift, • Checking everyone has clocked in and out, • Assigning and signing off closing tasks, • Logging lost property in the EOD report and securing it, • Ensuring the building is secure on close What we're looking for • Experience leading shifts or supervising in a busy bar, pub or restaurant, • Someone who'd rather deal with a problem than pass it on, • Real interest in beer and drinks, and the appetite to learn our range properly, • Confidence handling a complaint or a difficult guest on your own, • Availability across a variable rota, including evenings and weekends What you get • Free staff meal and a drink on shift, plus staff soft drinks, • Generous staff discount across the whole company - bars and online shop, • Summer and winter whole-company staff parties, • Cycle to work bicycle loan scheme, • Career development opportunities, • Employee assistance programme Apply Hit apply and answer a few short questions. Tell us what you've run, and what you'd bring to a shift at Wood Wharf.

Conscious & creative dining in the heart of Wood Wharf from the trio behind Fallow restaurant. Named after native deer of the British Isles, Roe will follow the same nose-to-tail and root-to-stem ethos as its critically acclaimed sister restaurant, Fallow St James’s. The extensive a la carte menu will be divided into nibbles and flatbreads, skewers, and grilled options, with larger plates and sides also available. As well as championing modest, British ingredients, Roe’s dishes will showcase underused and underappreciated produce. As a Bartender at Roe, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding drinks and service while maintaining the highest standards of quality and hospitality. You will have the opportunity to contribute to an innovative and sustainable beverage program and work alongside a passionate team to create exceptional guest experiences. Key responsibilities: • Prepare and serve expertly crafted cocktails, wines, and beverages to the highest standards., • Provide knowledgeable and engaging service, guiding guests through the drink menu with recommendations and pairings., • Maintain stock levels, ensure proper rotation, and assist with ordering ingredients as needed., • Keep the bar area clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards., • Work closely with the bar and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service., • Stay up-to-date with trends in mixology and sustainability to contribute to menu innovation. About you: • Previous experience as a Bartender in a high-quality, fast-paced environment., • Passion for mixology, cocktails, and sustainable beverage practices., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure., • A team player with a positive attitude and a commitment to hospitality. The benefits: • Competitive salary., • Career progression., • Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses., • Wellbeing initiatives., • Reward and recognition schemes., • Free welcome lunch for you and a guest., • 50% restaurant discounts across the group., • 25% Friends and Family discounts., • 50% discount on company retail., • Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials., • Staff meal during your shift., • Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment., • Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment)., • Sabbaticals (after three years employment)., • Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At ROE, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

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Permanently Unique

Assistant Bar Manager

Job Ref: PER1501 Branch: Tattu Canary Wharf Location: Tattu Canary Wharf, London Salary/Benefits: £49000 OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 45 Posted date: 08/08/2026 Closing date: 19/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • You will be a natural leader of people who can inspire a team and bring out individual potential., • Inspire your team to deliver the owners vision, to bring a unique and immersive drinking experience to our guests., • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of cocktails and beverages and understanding customers specific needs to deliver a unique experience., • Keeps abreast of newest trends and innovations in cocktails and beverages., • Show your experience and capability for managing high volume operations and busy service periods., • Driving a team to greatness through exciting, innovative and engaging training., • Willingness to share your knowledge with junior members of the team so they are continually learning and developing. Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration

Experienced BarBack Location: Oasis Bar, Canary Wharf, LondonPosition Type: Full TimeAbout Us:Oasis Bar, located in the heart of Canary Wharf, is a vibrant and stylish destination known for its exceptional service, creative cocktails, and lively atmosphere. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Bartender to join our team and help us continue delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests.Key Responsibilities: • Stocking: Ensure that the bar is fully stocked with essential supplies such as liquor, beer, wine, mixers, glassware, garnishes, and ice., • Cleaning: Maintain cleanliness behind the bar, including wiping down surfaces, removing trash, cleaning glassware, and ensuring proper sanitation., • Replenishing Supplies: Monitor stock levels during shifts and replenish items as needed, such as ice, napkins, straws, and garnishes., • Assisting Bartenders: Help bartenders prepare for service by cutting garnishes, refilling ice bins, and ensuring quick access to ingredients and tools., • Customer Interaction: Although the Bar Back typically works behind the scenes, they may occasionally engage with customers by answering questions or clearing empty glasses from tables., • Glassware & Dish Management: Ensure dirty glassware is promptly cleaned and returned to the bar. Maintain a steady flow of clean glassware for bartenders., • Restocking Inventory: Assist with restocking inventory after shifts or at the start of the day, ensuring items are stored correctly and organized for efficient service., • Maintaining Kegs: Change beer kegs as needed and ensure that draft systems are working properly., • Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety guidelines, including responsible alcohol service, food safety, and handling of cleaning chemicals., • Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as required by the bartenders or bar manager to ensure smooth bar operation. Requirements: • Experience: Must have previous barback experience, preferably in a high-volume or upscale bar., • Proactive: Ability to anticipate needs and take initiative to improve service and efficiency., • Efficient: Strong multitasking skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure., • Customer-Focused: A passion for delivering exceptional customer service with a positive attitude., • Team Player: Excellent communication skills and a cooperative mindset., • Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. What We Offer: • Competitive salary with tips and service., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression., • A vibrant and supportive work environment. Join our team and be a part of one of Canary Wharf’s premier bars!Oasis Bar is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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