Bar Staff

**ABOUT US**

Live music, comedy, kick-ass cocktails, the best jukebox in London, and the friendliest atmosphere around, The Fighting Cocks Bar & Venue has a musical history dating back to the 30’s and has been proudly slinging drinks for just as long. We specialise in everything alternative, from rock’n’roll, Punk and Metal, to Folk, Ska and Electro. We’re also proud to offer an award-winning line-up of alternative pub events, such Outside the Box Comedy, Rockeoke, and Drink N Draw, and play host to many student and community events, including regular cabaret and burlesque shows, and alternative film nights. Our venue has played host to many heavy hitters over the years, including Anti-Flag, New Found Glory, Gallows, Every Time I Die, Knuckle Puck, and Lower Than Atlantis, and we deliver several shows a week to die-hard fans that travel from far and wide For your oral amusement we have a huge selection of draft, craft, and bottled beers, lavish cocktails, specialised shooters, and the nuttiest drinks deals in town. Sophistication and wisdom through alcohol since 2000 - see you at the bar

**JOB ROLE**

As a vital member of our bar staff team, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our patrons. Your primary responsibilities will include serving drinks, engaging with customers, maintaining a clean and organised bar area, and upholding high standards of customer service. By delivering efficient service and fostering a friendly atmosphere, you will contribute to the overall success and reputation of the business.

You will be expected to follow company policies and procedures, with particular attention to health and safety, licensing, and equality and diversity. To further your development and knowledge you will be expected to attend training as necessary. Key responsibilities include:

- Providing excellent customer service to all patrons of the pub.
- Serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Preparing and serving cocktails and other drinks.
- Operating point-of-sale systems and handling cash, credit, and debit card transactions.
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the bar area.
- Checking identification and enforcing age restrictions for alcohol service.
- Assisting in maintaining stock levels, restocking, and replenishing supplies as needed.
- Participating in regular training sessions to improve service quality and product knowledge.
- Actively engaging with company social media and promotional strategies, including but not limited to engaging with posts, and sharing of live events and promotions.
- Adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements related to alcohol service, health and safety, and licensing laws.

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES**

At The Fighting Cocks Bar & Venue, we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. We want people to achieve their best, which will in turn positively impact on our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their authentic self without having to downplay or change parts of their identity. We celebrate diversity in all forms and empower employees to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus
- Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6QA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
- Bartending: 1 year (required)
- Customer service: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person