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Bartender
Dakota Newcastle
Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon Up to £13.46 / Hour
Bartender
Dakota Newcastle

Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon Up to £13.46 / Hour
Skills
Food Safety
Sevenrooms
Knowledge of Wine Pairings
Basic Beers/Spirits Knowledge
Basic Knowledge of Wines
Knowledge of Coffees
Description

Dakota Hotel based in LOCATION NAME are seeking a skilled Bartender to bring craft, character, and warmth to our talented Bar team.

CONTRACT AND PAY RATE 

Earnings are up to £13.46 per hour, based on NMW, paid weekly. 

The role carries a permanent contract with typical hours 30-37.5 hours per week. The shifts will vary between early bar starting from 9am, mid shift or base close which could be after midnight. Shifts will be working any 5 days out of 7, and will include working weekends.

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • To make drinks in accordance with our menu specifications including mixing cocktails and hot drinks such as lattes with coffee art. 
  • Carry out bar set up at the start of a service including preparing garnishes, glassware and cleaning duties. Additionally, at the end of your shift, ensure the bar has been fully cleaned down and prepared ready for the following shift. 
  • To have a comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage menu options to be able to offer guests recommendations, including understanding the allergens present. 
  • Drive sales through service as well as by sincere guest recognition. To be proactive in assisting the bar floor team if required 

BENEFITS  

In addition to being part of a culture infused with positivity and opportunity for ongoing development, tangible benefits you could enjoy when you join our team include:

  • Special discounts on stays and dining at any Dakota
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program which includes free private mental health support and counselling sessions, video GP consultations and private prescription services, as well as access to daily rewards to be cashed out for shopping vouchers
  • Support from our inhouse Mental Health Champions
  • Additional holiday day on the first anniversary of your employment
  • Family-friendly flexible working options
  • Meals on duty and uniforming
  • Bonuses to recommend a friend to join our team and every time you are mentioned on Trip Advisor
  • Accredited, certified compliance training given on employment
  • Access to a suite of external, certified resources via our Learning Management System
  • Supportive continuous professional development culture with an annual appraisal and objectives, or a Personal Development Plan
  • Opportunities to undertake both internal and external training courses, including potential for in-house Apprenticeships
Full terms on our benefits can be found in our Handbook. 

ABOUT DAKOTA HOTELS 

Dakota Hotels are coming to Newcastle city centre in early 2025.

Ideally situated by the Gateshead Millennium Bridge on the quayside, our hotel will boast 118 bedrooms including stunning 33 suites. Dakota Newcastle will host our renowned Bar & Grill, Champagne Room, Cigar Terrace, and an events space for up to 60.  


 


APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS 

The successful applicant will have/be: 

  •  A minimum of one years working experience in a Bar environment.   

  • A strong foundation of knowledge in how to make classic cocktails. 
  • Ability to make coffees such as lattes and cappuccinos.  
  • Understanding of the responsible sale of alcohol, although full training will be provided.  
  • Be an outgoing personality with effective communication skills.   
  • Ability to work at pace and be proactive for the duration of your shift.  
  • Willing and able to pour, serve and sell alcohol.   
  • An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity.  
  • Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail. 
  • Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.  
  • Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.  

APPLY 

Please send us your up to date CV.  

For more information on our luxury hotel, visit our Careers page to learn about current opportunities and find your #DreamRolesAtDakota – we’d love to hear from you! 

    Dakota Hotel based in LOCATION NAME are seeking a skilled Bartender to bring craft, character, and warmth to our talented Bar team.

    CONTRACT AND PAY RATE 

    Earnings are up to £13.46 per hour, based on NMW, paid weekly. 

    The role carries a permanent contract with typical hours 30-37.5 hours per week. The shifts will vary between early bar starting from 9am, mid shift or base close which could be after midnight. Shifts will be working any 5 days out of 7, and will include working weekends.

    PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 

    • To make drinks in accordance with our menu specifications including mixing cocktails and hot drinks such as lattes with coffee art. 
    • Carry out bar set up at the start of a service including preparing garnishes, glassware and cleaning duties. Additionally, at the end of your shift, ensure the bar has been fully cleaned down and prepared ready for the following shift. 
    • To have a comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage menu options to be able to offer guests recommendations, including understanding the allergens present. 
    • Drive sales through service as well as by sincere guest recognition. To be proactive in assisting the bar floor team if required 

    BENEFITS  

    In addition to being part of a culture infused with positivity and opportunity for ongoing development, tangible benefits you could enjoy when you join our team include:

    • Special discounts on stays and dining at any Dakota
    • Access to our Employee Assistance Program which includes free private mental health support and counselling sessions, video GP consultations and private prescription services, as well as access to daily rewards to be cashed out for shopping vouchers
    • Support from our inhouse Mental Health Champions
    • Additional holiday day on the first anniversary of your employment
    • Family-friendly flexible working options
    • Meals on duty and uniforming
    • Bonuses to recommend a friend to join our team and every time you are mentioned on Trip Advisor
    • Accredited, certified compliance training given on employment
    • Access to a suite of external, certified resources via our Learning Management System
    • Supportive continuous professional development culture with an annual appraisal and objectives, or a Personal Development Plan
    • Opportunities to undertake both internal and external training courses, including potential for in-house Apprenticeships
    Full terms on our benefits can be found in our Handbook. 

    ABOUT DAKOTA HOTELS 

    Dakota Hotels are coming to Newcastle city centre in early 2025.

    Ideally situated by the Gateshead Millennium Bridge on the quayside, our hotel will boast 118 bedrooms including stunning 33 suites. Dakota Newcastle will host our renowned Bar & Grill, Champagne Room, Cigar Terrace, and an events space for up to 60.  


     


    APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS 

    The successful applicant will have/be: 

    •  A minimum of one years working experience in a Bar environment.   

    • A strong foundation of knowledge in how to make classic cocktails. 
    • Ability to make coffees such as lattes and cappuccinos.  
    • Understanding of the responsible sale of alcohol, although full training will be provided.  
    • Be an outgoing personality with effective communication skills.   
    • Ability to work at pace and be proactive for the duration of your shift.  
    • Willing and able to pour, serve and sell alcohol.   
    • An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity.  
    • Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail. 
    • Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.  
    • Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.  

    APPLY 

    Please send us your up to date CV.  

    For more information on our luxury hotel, visit our Careers page to learn about current opportunities and find your #DreamRolesAtDakota – we’d love to hear from you!