Head Bartender
GAUCHO are looking for an enthusiastic Head Bartender to join our Gaucho *** team! The ideal Senior Bartender candidate will be an experienced and passionate bartender, with knowledge in cocktails and spirits. They will be able to deliver all drinks according to the company’s specs, following the Cycle of Service. Our Head Bartender candidate will have leadership skills to inspire your team and maintain the highest standards of guest experience on the bar.
Training and benefits
50% off your food bill at all GAUCHO restaurants.
Opportunity to gain qualifications through Apprenticeship Scheme, cycle to work scheme and access to our employee wellbeing platform.
Career development and progression.
Staff breakfast and dinner on every shift worked
Key responsibilities of the GAUCHO Head Bartender
Maintaining skills and product knowledge as taught at the GAUCHO Academy
Attending and responding to all required post-academy company training
Lead, train, and motivate the bar team to deliver exceptional service.
Supporting, training and acting as a role model to new members of the team
Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high energy environment.
Completing quality preparation of all duties to clean, set up, handover and close the bar and shift to standard
Lead the team in maintaining beverage stock, garnishes and glassware
Ensure all the bar team practise consistent waste awareness
Service of all drink and food orders in the public bars according to the Cycle of Service standards and timings
Quality & consistency focus
Ensuring all drinks meet GAUCHO specifications, presentation and timing standards
Requirements for GAUCHO Head Bartender
Minimum x1 year experience as Head bartender or senior mixologist in a busy, high end bar environment
At least 2 years previous experience in cocktail making
A genuine passion for 100% hospitality and great guest bar experience
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
LS1 5JF