Head Bartender - Scarfes Bar

Location: Camden Town

OUR PURPOSE AND CULTUREWe are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact. As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey.

At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.

THE TEAMJoin the talented team at Scarfes Bar, one of London’s most celebrated cocktail destinations. Inspired by the character and charm of a traditional drawing room, Scarfes Bar combines creative cocktails, live entertainment, and world-class hospitality in a truly unique setting. Reporting to the Outlet Manager, you will work alongside a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences every day.

YOUR ROLEAs a Head Bartender, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional bar experiences through the creation of high-quality beverages, leading by example on the floor, and guiding the bar team to consistently achieve Rosewood's renowned service standards. You will play a key role in the smooth day-to-day operation of the bar, ensuring excellence in service, product quality, team development, and guest satisfaction.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACE
* Deliver all bar-related aspects of the guest experience in line with Rosewood standards and ensure the team consistently adheres to these standards.
* Ensure all beverage preparation, bar set-up, and close-down procedures are completed in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Effectively communicate, prioritise, and delegate tasks within a sophisticated and fast-paced environment.
* Oversee the efficient operation and cleanliness of the bar, including stock ordering and inventory management.
* Manage cash handling and account transactions accurately and professionally.
* Ensure a high-quality drinks offering is consistently available and delivered by a knowledgeable and well-trained team.
* Lead, coach, and develop Barbacks, Bartenders, and Assistant Bartenders to support their growth and enhance the overall guest experience.
* Continuously seek opportunities to improve service delivery and exceed guest expectations.

COULD THIS BE YOU?
* You are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and creating outstanding cocktails with skill and creativity.
* You are an expert in mixology and have experience working in a high-volume, luxury bar environment.
* You thrive in a leadership role, inspiring, coaching, and developing team members to achieve the highest standards.
* You are highly organised, proactive, and confident in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
* You communicate effectively and are comfortable prioritising and delegating tasks to ensure a seamless service experience.
* You take pride in maintaining an efficient, well-presented bar operation, including stock management, cleanliness, and financial accountability.
* You are committed to delivering the Rosewood brand promise and consistently exceeding guest expectations.
* You enjoy building genuine relationships with guests and colleagues and contribute positively to a collaborative team culture.

OUR BENEFITS
* 28 days paid holidays per annum including Bank Holidays
* Discounts on Food & Beverage
* Company pension scheme and life assurance
* Enhanced sick pay policy
* 12 complimentary room nights per year and F&B discount worldwide
* Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
* Talent development opportunities
* Involvement in Corporate Social Responsibility programmes and wellbeing activities OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUAt Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard and valued. We’re a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitments to reflect and honor the history, culture and geography of our destinations.

We’re not only committed to building and nurturing genuine, long-lasting relationships but to transforming them, and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy helps put these principles into practice.