A fantastic opportunity for an experienced bartender to join our experienced and talented food and beverage team at OPSO restaurant in Marylebone – Immediate start

Set in the heart of Marylebone, OPSO introduced and established the Modern Greek food in London’s dining scene 10 years ago, combining the contemporary culinary perspective with the famous Greek hospitality. We are a multi-award-winning restaurant with significant distinctions in the culinary world received throughout the years.

We are looking for a bartender with relevant experience as barista too, a strong desire to create new cocktails when needed, and the talent to work effectively within the team to provide excellent service. This is an ideal opportunity for a Bartender/Barista who wants to develop quickly to a more senior role within a fun and dynamic team.

We pride ourselves in sourcing exclusive Greek and international high-quality spirits and creating innovative and playful cocktails. We also have an extensive Gin & Tonics list and an all-Greek wine list from well-established wineries and small independent producers, as well as some premium international wines. Serving, brunch, lunch and dinner, with an approximate 300 covers per day, the restaurant offers a creative and welcoming environment in which our staff will enhance their skills and experience.

Salary: up to £33,800 per year

Hours: Approximately 50 hours per week

Requirements:

Cocktail experience
Very good coffee-making/barista skills
Good command of English
A strong work ethic
A passion for wine and drinks with a desire to learn
Drive and ambition to progress your career in a quality expanding restaurant group

Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks accordingly with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes
Present drink menus, make recommendations and answers questions regarding the aperitifs
Be responsible for the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies
Ensure all transactions are carried out accurately
To be accountable for stock and make the manager aware of any stock shortage
Adhere to cleaning schedule and ensure procedures are followed

Benefits:

-Extensive training and career progression within a fast-growing hospitality family of restaurants

-Competitive salary

-Overtime paid extra

-Christmas Week and New Year Week off as the restaurant is closed for 2 weeks over the Christmas and New Year period

-28 days paid holiday

-30% staff discounts for dining across the group's restaurants (OPSO, INO, PITTABUN, KIMA)

-Free freshly cooked meals and drinks on duty

-Employee referral bonus of up to £1,000

-Close to local transport for an easy commute (tube & buses)

-Uniform on duty