Head Bartender -Mews House Mayfair, Central London

The Role…  At Soho House, a Head Bartender plays an essential part in overseeing the day-to-day execution of beverage service, maintaining high standards of presentation, and delivering a refined and memorable experience for our members and guests. Working closely with the Bar Manager, you will lead by example, showcasing exceptional mixology skills, strong product knowledge, and outstanding guest service Your main responsibility is for training junior staff, maintaining stock and cleanliness standards, and supporting the development and execution of innovative beverage menus, ensuring the smooth running of the bar while upholding the values and elevated service culture of the club. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What's in it for you? * Weekly Pay * Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs * Soho Friends Membership * 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week * Staff Room Rates * Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents) * Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents) * Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service * Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home * In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice. * Free Counselling Sessions * Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate. * Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally * Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to. Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Key duties… * Lead bar operations during service, ensuring the bar is fully set, clean, and always running smoothly.  * Deliver consistent, high-quality beverage service, including classic cocktails, bespoke creations, fine wines, and premium spirits.  * Mentor, train, and support bar staff, ensuring high levels of product knowledge and professional service.  * Work with the Bar Manager to design and implement seasonal drinks menus, specials, and events offerings.  * Ensure compliance with all licensing laws, hygiene regulations, and health & safety standards.  * Maintain strong knowledge of products, suppliers, and trends to ensure the drinks offering remains relevant and engaging.  * Accurately manage stock levels during service, assist with stock takes, and report any shortfalls or wastage.  * Resolve any guest issues promptly and professionally, ensuring all members and guests feel valued and attended to.  * Work closely with the floor, kitchen, and events teams to deliver seamless service and coordinated experiences.  * Uphold the brand and ethos of the club through professional conduct, grooming, and performance.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What we are looking for... * Minimum 3 years of bar experience, including at least 1 year in a senior or supervisory position.  * Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, wines, and spirits.  * Experience in luxury, private members club, or high-end hospitality environments.  * Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team.  * Clear communication skills and confidence under pressure.  * Strong knowledge of licensing laws, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.  * Personal License or willingness to obtain one (preferred).  The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences. Pay Range £17.50—£17.50 GBP

NENI Stockholm will open in 2026 as a rooftop Eastern Mediterranean restaurant and bar, located in Kungsholmen, Stockholm. Building on the success of NENI Amsterdam and other NENI venues across Europe, NENI Stockholm will combine vibrant Eastern Mediterranean flavours with a Nordic perspective, a strong sharing philosophy, and a lively, destinationdriven atmosphere. NENI stands for an Eastern Mediterranean kitchen and dining experience rooted in generosity, collaboration, and joy. Food is designed to be shared, enjoyed together, and celebrated. Our motto remains: “Life is beautiful. Be part of it!” The Role As Restaurant Manager of NENI Stockholm, you are the operational leader of the restaurant and one of the key drivers of its overall success. You are responsible for the daytoday operations, guest experience, team leadership, and financial performance of the restaurant and bar. This is a handson, visible leadership role in a highvolume, quality driven environment. You will work closely with the Head Chef, Head bartender, hotel partners, and ownership to build a strong culture, efficient operations, and a memorable guest experience from day one. As an opening Restaurant Manager, you will play a critical role in: ✅ Preopening planning and setup ✅ Recruitment, training, and structuring of the frontofhouse team ✅ Establishing systems, standards, and service culture ✅ Successfully launching and stabilising operations during the first year ✅ Budgeting, forecasting, and cost control ✅ Supplier coordination and operational setup Who are you? ☀️ Fulltime availability ☀️ Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager, or Operations Manager in a highvolume restaurant or bar ☀️ Strong leadership skills with a peoplefocused, coaching mindset ☀️ Passion for hospitality, service excellence, and guest experience ☀️ Solid understanding of restaurant P&L, labour planning, and cost control ☀️ Experience with preopening projects is a strong advantage ☀️ Confident working with POS systems, reservation systems, scheduling tools, and MS Office ☀️ Fluent English (verbal and written); Swedish is a strong plus ☀️ EU nationality or valid work permit for Sweden (applications without a valid work permit cannot be considered)Guest Service Key Responsibilities ☝️ Operations & Guest Experience ☝️ Take full responsibility for daily restaurant and bar operations ☝️ Ensure a consistently high-quality guest experience across lunch, brunch, dinner, bar, and events ☝️ Act as the main presence on the floor during service, leading by example ☝️ Ensure smooth collaboration between frontofhouse, bar and kitchen. ☝️ Handle guest feedback professionally and proactively Leadership & Team Development ➡️ Recruit, onboard, and build a strong front of house team for opening and long-term operations ➡️ Create a positive, inclusive, and performance driven team culture ➡️ Ensure structured training, service standards, and continuous development ➡️ Set clear expectations, follow up on performance, and support internal growth and retention ➡️ Plan staffing, schedules, and shifts in line with business needs and labour targets Financial Control & Administration 🫡 Take responsibility for labour cost, productivity, and payroll planning 🫡 Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly performance vs budget 🫡 Work actively with upselling, revenue optimisation, and cost efficiency 🫡 Ensure correct cash handling, POS procedures, and inventory routines Quality, Safety & Compliance 🎉 Ensure full compliance with Swedish alcohol legislation, health & safety rules, and internal policies 🎉 Maintain high standards for cleanliness, organisation, and workplace safety 🎉 Ensure responsible alcohol service and staff certification where required 🎉 Follow up on routines for opening, closing, and emergency procedures Brand, Events & Collaboration 👯 Act as a brand ambassador for NENI Stockholm internally and externally 👯 Contribute to events, collaborations, popups, and special activations 👯 Work closely with hotel partners to maximise guest flow and synergy 👯 Support marketing, PR initiatives, and content creation through daily operations What’s In It for You? 👇🏼 Fulltime position 👇🏼 Unique opportunity to lead the opening of NENI Stockholm, a highprofile rooftop destination 👇🏼 Competitive salary aligned with experience and responsibility 👇🏼 Pension contributions and holiday pay according to Swedish regulations 👇🏼 Daily staff meals 👇🏼 Generous staff discounts at NENI venues 👇🏼 A dynamic, international, and valuedriven working environment Career Opportunities NENI continues to grow across Europe and beyond. This role offers long‑term development opportunities within the group, including future openings, international projects, and leadership roles. Interested? Please send your application including CV and a short motivation.More details about the recruitment process and timeline will be shared with selected candidate