Bar Back

Job Ref: CG12148

Branch: Jalou Newcastle

Location: Jalou, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Salary/Benefits: Great Salary, Company Benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Part Time

Shift pattern: Friday's and Saturday's

Hours per week: 6 - 12

Posted date: 28/10/2025

Closing date: 30/11/2025

Hospitality Starts Here – Build Your Future with Cairn Group

Are you ready to grow your career in hospitality? At Cairn Group, we believe work should be rewarding, exciting, and full of opportunities to learn and develop. Whether you're creating unforgettable guest experiences or supporting your team, you'll be part of a friendly, supportive environment where your contributions are valued. With the opportunity to learn, develop, and be recognised, Cairn a place where you can build a career, you're proud of.

About the Role:

As Bar Support, you'll play a key part in the smooth running of our bar service—keeping things clean, organised, and fully stocked so our bartenders can focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You'll help with opening and closing duties, including stocking garnishes, glassware, and towels, maintaining high cleanliness standards, and ensuring the bar is always ready for service. During busy shifts, you'll keep drinks flowing by replenishing ice, preparing simple orders, and supporting table service when required.

You'll be part of a vibrant team that thrives on energy and teamwork, helping create a fun and welcoming atmosphere for our guests.

About You:

• Hospitality Hero – You're enthusiastic, guest-focused, and love being part of a busy service environment.
• Energetic Resilient – You've got great physical stamina and can comfortably lift, restock, and stay on your feet throughout your shift.
• Detail-Oriented – You take pride in keeping your workspace clean, organised, and fully prepped for success.
• Flexible – You're happy to work a mix of shifts including evenings and weekends in our 7-day-a-week business.
• Team Player – You enjoy working as part of a team and step in to help wherever you're needed.
• Good Communicator – You're approachable and clear when speaking with colleagues and guests alike.
• Willing to Learn – You're keen to pick up new skills and develop your knowledge of drinks and service.

About Us:

Cairn Group is a leading UK hospitality company with over 60 years of expertise in hotel acquisition, ownership, management, investment, and development. Our journey has been shaped by successful partnerships with global brands and a commitment to creating thriving, guest-focused properties.

At Cairn Group, our values - Respect, Integrity, Sustainability, and Excellence (RISE) - are at the heart of everything we do. We respect our team and guests, act with integrity, and invest in our people to build a sustainable future - for our business, our communities, and the planet. Every day, we work to deliver excellence, going the extra mile to create outstanding experiences for our guests.

Benefits:

• Service Excellence Bonus: Your hard work pays off. Service charge tips and gratuities add a well-earned boost to your pay check,

• Get Paid in Real-Time with Wagestream: Take control of your earnings. Track your pay live, access funds when needed, and get expert financial tips—all in real-time,

• Stay, Relax and Recharge: Enjoy discounted stays across our all our venues. Treat yourself or bring your friends and family along for a well-earned break,

• Delicious Discounts: Indulge a little with 50% off food and drinks across our hotels, bars and restaurants,
• Spa Discounts: Self-care matters Treat yourself with exclusive wellness offers at our spas and leisure clubs,
• Retail, Cinema Fun Discounts: Enjoy exclusive access to savings on shopping, cinemas trips and fun days out,
• Rise with Us: From apprenticeships to leadership programs, our development team is here to help you grow and reach your career goals,
• Superstar Awards: Your hard work deserves the spotlight Each month we celebrate and reward our team members who showcase our values and bring hospitality to life,
• Long-Service Awards: Celebrate key milestones with us, starting from just one year of service—plus enjoy extra annual leave as a thank-you for your commitment.
• Recommend a Friend: Bring great people into the team and earn a bonus when they join
• 24/7 Support: We're committed to your wellbeing. Access our confidential Employee Assistance Programme anytime, anywhere.
• Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with our pension plan, designed to help you build long-term security.
• Year-Round Incentives: Enjoy fun incentives, exciting challenges, and surprise perks throughout the year
• Bereavement Leave – When life gets tough, we ensure you have the time and support you need to be with your loved ones.

Benefits

Cairn Group Staff Discount Scheme

Retail and travel discounts

Recruit a friend Scheme

Induction and training programme

Star of the Month Golden Ticket Award

Pension scheme

Cairn Academy' Training Development Opportunities

Cycle 2 work scheme*

(* Applies to positions above minimum wage)