Head Bartender

A lifestyle Hotel based on London’s eccentric South Bank. With 359 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets and an electric energy, Sea Containers London is a destination where glamour meets brutalism – and it's your London anchor on the River Thames.

We are looking for a talented and visionary Head Bartender to lead our team at Lyaness. As the Head Bartender, you will be the driving force behind our bar operations, responsible for crafting exceptional cocktails, mentoring a team of bartenders, and ensuring that every guest’s experience is nothing short of extraordinary. If you have a passion for mixology, a creative spirit, and proven leadership skills, this is your opportunity to shine in one of London’s most prestigious bars.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the Lyaness cocktail menu, incorporating innovative techniques and ingredients while maintaining the bar’s high standards.

• Supervise, train, and inspire a team of bartenders, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment that encourages creativity and excellence.

• Ensure that every guest receives a personalized and memorable experience, delivering outstanding service and engaging with guests to enhance their visit.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the bar, including inventory management, ordering, and maintaining cleanliness and organization, adhering to all health and safety standards.

• Collaborate with the management team to plan and execute special events, promotions, and collaborations that elevate the Lyaness brand and attract new guests.

• Maintain the highest standards of drink quality, presentation, and consistency, ensuring that every cocktail meets the Lyaness reputation.

• Monitor bar performance, including sales targets and cost management, and implement strategies to drive profitability while maintaining the bar’s creative vision.

Salary £12.94p/h plus tronc

At Sea Containers London we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:

• Guest experience including dinner and drinks

• 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel

• Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates

• Lore Group Friend and Family Rates

• 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery

• 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars

• Discounts in our spa and cinema

• Contribution towards Health - Cash Plan

• 2 days paid volunteering leave per year

• Life Assurance

• Length of service incentives (additional holiday)

• Bespoke training programmes

• Free meals on duty

• Incentives such as Ride-to-Work and season ticket loan

• Quarterly employee award ceremony and company staff parties

• Employee assistance programme

Location: London