Whisky jobs in London

Join the Culinary Excellence at UKAI Portobello - Sushi Chef Position Available! Are you passionate about creating modern Japanese cuisine that captivates the senses? Look no further – UKAI Portobello is calling for a talented Sushi Chef to join our team! About Us: At UKAI Portobello, we are renowned for our exquisite modern Japanese cuisine, featuring signature dishes such as hamachi tiradito, black cod miso, pork belly buns, and a delightful vegetarian selection. Our menu is complemented by handcrafted cocktails and an extensive collection of Japanese whiskies. The icing on the cake? The breathtaking ambience of Portobello Road from our bar counter, enhancing the overall dining experience. Position Available: Sushi Chef Responsibilities: Prepare and execute tiradito, sushi, nigiri, tataki, with precision and creativity. Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and taste. Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow. Contribute to menu development and innovation. Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards. Requirements: Proven experience as a Sushi Chef, with a focus on Japanese cuisine preferred. Level 2 health and safety certification (can be provided) Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Ability to work in a high-paced environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Able to work in shifts; including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays Holds a valid UK right to work Perks: 28 days holiday Meal on duty £200 bonus after passing 3 months probation A dynamic and vibrant working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Staff discounts on our delectable menu and beverages. How to Apply: If you have the skills, passion, and commitment to elevate our culinary offerings, we want to hear from you! Send your CV and a cover letter. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences at UKAI Portobello – where culinary excellence meets breathtaking atmosphere!

Join the Culinary Excellence at UKAI Portobello - Hot Food Chef Position Available! Are you passionate about creating modern Japanese cuisine that captivates the senses? Look no further – UKAI Portobello is calling for a talented Hot Food Chef to join our team! About Us: At UKAI Portobello, we are renowned for our exquisite modern Japanese cuisine, featuring signature dishes such as hamachi tiradito, black cod miso, pork belly buns, and a delightful vegetarian selection. Our menu is complemented by handcrafted cocktails and an extensive collection of Japanese whiskies. The icing on the cake? The breathtaking ambience of Portobello Road from our bar counter, enhancing the overall dining experience. Position Available: Hot Food Chef Responsibilities: Prepare and execute hot food dishes with precision and creativity. Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and taste. Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow. Contribute to menu development and innovation. Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards. Requirements: Proven experience as a Hot Food Chef, with a focus on Japanese cuisine preferred. Level 2 health and safety certification (can be provided) Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Ability to work in a high-paced environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Able to work in shifts; including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays Holds a valid UK right to work Perks: 28 days holiday Meal on duty £200 bonus after passing 3 months probation A dynamic and vibrant working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Staff discounts on our delectable menu and beverages. How to Apply: If you have the skills, passion, and commitment to elevate our culinary offerings, we want to hear from you! Send your CV and a cover letter. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences at UKAI Portobello – where culinary excellence meets breathtaking atmosphere!

BARTENDER - HOPPERS KINGS CROSS Salary - Up to £14 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - 1 year in a restaurant/bar Hoppers are seeking a Bartender to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartenderlooking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Hoppers the much talked about, fast paced Sri Lankan restaurant. We are looking for team members who can come on-board to our award-winning concept inspired by the food of Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka. We serve our London twist on hoppers, dosas, kothus and roasts. Complimented by a tropical drinks list with Genever and Arrack at its heart. Our people are a big part of what we do, helping to translate the cuisine and always going above and beyond to make sure our guests have a fantastic experience. It’s what makes us different. Being part of the Hoppers family requires commitment, charm, confidence and an eagerness to learn. The Position The right Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Bartender within a fast paced-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group.

BARTENDER - SPEEDBOAT BAR Salary - Up to £15 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a similar role within a large quality restaurant Speedboat Bar are seeking a Bartender to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant In partnership with Chef Luke Farrell, Speedboat Bar takes inspiration from the Thai-Chinese restaurants in Bangkok’s Chinatown and the thrilling sport of Speedboat racing along the canals (klongs) of Thailand. The menu explores the ingredients, flavours and techniques that took Luke to Bangkok and its unique foodways; Chinese in origin but now uniquely Thai. A masterclass in wok cooking, roasted meats and spicy sauces, each hinging on the specialist Thai herbs and ingredients cultivated and grown at Luke’s nursery, Ryewater, in Dorset. The bar focuses on sharing Singha beer towers, slushies and chasers; the signature Speedboat cocktails – Snakesblood Negroni; Shop Window Old Fashioned; and Jelly Bia made with frozen Leo Lager; as well as softs such as a Snakefruit soda. The Position The right Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Bartender within a fast paced-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group;

RECEPTIONIST - BRIGADIERS Salary - up to £15 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - previous experience in a quality restaurant Brigadiers are seeking a Receptionist to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Inspired by the army mess bars of India, where military regiments go to eat, drink and socialise, Brigadiers accommodates 140 covers internally with a further 34 on an outdoor terrace. Encouraging socialising and camaraderie, live sport is shown on demand in selected rooms, whilst pool and classic card games is offered for those who wish to play while they eat and drink. The food offering focuses on different methods of Indian barbecue, utilising tandoors, charcoal grills, rotisseries, wood ovens and classic Indian smokers. The drinks offering marries together the food and social spirit of the restaurant with beer, whisky, cocktails on tap and large serves. The Position We're looking for an experienced Receptionist to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom; Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service; Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

WAITER/WAITRESS - BRIGADIERS Salary - up to £16 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - previous experience in a quality restaurant Brigadiers are seeking a Waiter/Waitress to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Waiter/Waitress looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Inspired by the army mess bars of India, where military regiments go to eat, drink and socialise, Brigadiers accommodates 140 covers internally with a further 34 on an outdoor terrace. Encouraging socialising and camaraderie, live sport is shown on demand in selected rooms, whilst pool and classic card games is offered for those who wish to play while they eat and drink. The food offering focuses on different methods of Indian barbecue, utilising tandoors, charcoal grills, rotisseries, wood ovens and classic Indian smokers. The drinks offering marries together the food and social spirit of the restaurant with beer, whisky, cocktails on tap and large serves. The Position As a Waiter/ Waitress you will work closely with the management team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day procedures of the restaurant, with excellent opportunities for personal development. You will receive comprehensive menu and service training, as well as team visits to the world's best producers of craft beer and whisky. The Successful Waiter/Waitress will have: Prior experience as a Waiter/Waitress within a high-quality restaurant; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group.

Strongroom is an independent venue and home to Shoreditch's largest beer garden. As part of the legendary Strongroom recording studios, we are a creative and cultural hub as well as one of the first late-night venues in the area, specialising in craft beer, whisky and live music. Run by a small, friendly team and surrounded by an inspiring group of creative businesses, we aim to keep the spirit of collaboration and community alive. We are looking for some charismatic part time (25-35hrs/week) Bar Staff to join our fun team. Bar/restaurant experience is a must! What you will do: · Preparing, dispensing and delivering drinks · Taking and delivering food orders within the venue · Using the till system and taking card payments · Collecting and washing glasses · Setting up and breaking down both the bar and floor · Ensuring bar is fully stocked at all times · Keeping the bar, front-of-house, and back-of-house areas clean and maintained What we offer: · Salary: £12 per hour plus tronc and bonus scheme (approx. £2/hour) · Tips · Staff discount on food and drinks · In house training sessions and recognised vocational courses (WSET) · Regular staff incentives and trips

SENIOR BARTENDER - GYMKHANA Salary - up to £17 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a quality Restaurant or Bar Gymkhana are seeking a Senior Bartender to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group The Restaurant Located in Mayfair, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India and serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Opened in 2013,Gymkhana received a Michelin star in 2014 and was awarded a second star in 2024. Restaurant Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year and BMW Square Meal Restaurant of the Year in 2014. “Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to.” Giles Coren, The Times The Position The right Senior Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Senior Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Senior Bartender within a high-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group.