Job Summary:

We have an opportunity for an experienced Bar Person to join our Food & Beverage operation at our 4 Star Hotel in the Scottish Borders.

In this role you will be expected to work to the highest standards, ensuring an efficient and welcoming service to our customers whilst meeting & exceeding guest expectations.

  • The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, an outgoing personality and positive attitude.
  • We are looking for someone who has a great eye for attention to detail and who has a passion for working with people.
  • Experience working in 4 Star establishment, an in-depth knowledge of beverages and confidence in upselling would all be advantageous in this role.

Pay & Reward:

Hours: Full time, primarily evenings and weekends. From 3pm onwards.
Contract: Permanent
Rate of Pay: Dependent on experience

We will also reward you with:

  • Company Pension
  • Company funded medical cash plan – contributions to dental, optical and complimentary therapy costs
  • Discounted shopping
  • Free pool & gym access
  • Employee discounts on F&B, beauty treatments and accommodation throughout group

Job Description:

As a Bar Person your main duties would include:

  • Creating a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and talking with customers
  • Serving customers with drinks and food
  • Collecting payment and operating the till
  • Creating cocktails for customers
  • Anticipate customer needs and use product knowledge to upsell / suggest alternative options
  • Serving food to tables
  • Clearing tables
  • Opening and closing the bar for service

You would be responsible for keeping the bar area clean and well stocked, which would involve:

  • Washing and polishing glasses and cutlery
  • Emptying bottle and general waste bins, putting away stock deliveries
  • Stocking and facing up shelves
  • Clearing and cleaning tables and the bar regularly as well as equipment such as beer lines, drip trays, shelves, coffee machines

 Additional Responsibilities

  • To have an understanding of all food & beverage menu items to ensure maximum benefit to the guest and the ability to work effectively.
  • Keep up to date with current promotions and new products
  • Follow all standard operating procedures as communicated by your line manager
  • To complete any other duties as required by your line manager.
  • Always adhere to Scottish License Laws
  • Be environmentally aware and dispose of waste according to hotel standards
  • Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
  • Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support the team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other colleagues

 Essential Criteria:

  • Be 18 years old or over.
  • Have a great outgoing personality & positive attitude.
  • Be approachable & attentive.
  • Enjoy the buzz of being busy & have a passion for working with people.
  • Have the ability to work well under pressure.
  • Be smart & well presented.
  • Have exceptional communication skills.
  • Available to work evenings and weekends.
  • Eligible to live and work in the UK.

Reporting Lines:

  • Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@baronycastle.com