Head Bartender - Bambini

We are looking for a passionate Head Bartender to shake things up as part of our team for The Hoxton, Shoreditch in Il Bambini Club.

Born in Paris, Il Bambini Club is a bold and joyful trattoria landing in London. With its colourful design and carefree atmosphere, it’s a vibrant celebration of Italian life. We’re looking for A Head Bartender who bring style, speed, and spirit to every pour - from playful twists on Italian classics to serving coffee, fine wines and signature creations all day long. At Bambini, the bar is a central stage for energy, elegance, and spontaneity - from lunch to late night.

What you'll do...

• Lead the bar team in creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere where guests come to wind down and enjoy themselves
• Ensure quality and consistency through an all day operation, from the first espresso to that final cocktail
• Be creative and share ideas to develop our menu – play a part in innovating our bar concept and staying on (and even ahead) of trends
• Know your product and systems inside out
• Lead your team by example, driving service standards that strive for the best for the guest; encouraging your team to grow and develop, the Hox way

What we're looking for...

• Previous Senior/Lead Bartender experience (team leader, supervisor, head bartender)
• A love for all things drink - cocktails, coffee, tea, spirits, beer and wine - and a thirst for sharing this love & learning more
• Knowledge of classic cocktails & modern techniques is a must
• A natural people person – you’re confident behind the bar and brilliant with guests
• You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
• Passion for hospitality – you’re all about creating memorable experiences for others, be they guests or colleagues
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get shit done
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

What's in it for you...

• Competitive rate plus TRONC
• 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
• A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing
• It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders
• Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
• Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)
• Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones!
• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
• Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work
• Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities
• Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!