DESCRIPTION
ABOUT US
We’re opening Le Café NAC, a brand-new all-day dining concept in Belgravia, and we’re looking for an exceptional Head Bartender to lead the bar team and bring our drinks offering to life. This exciting new venue will offer French-inspired food and drinks with global influences, set in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Le Café NAC is the latest addition to BVC Group, which operates a portfolio of innovative, globally recognized food concepts, including NAC, Crème, 74 Duke, and Supernova. With a strong presence in London, Paris, and the Middle East, BVC Group is known for blending creativity with operational excellence, delivering outstanding dining experiences across multiple markets.

This is an incredible opportunity to shape the bar culture and offering from the ground up, delivering memorable guest experiences and mentoring a passionate, skilled team.

POSITION SUMMARY
As Head Bartender, you will oversee all aspects of the bar operation—from daily service and team leadership to innovation and compliance. You will lead by example, ensuring drinks are crafted to exacting standards of taste, temperature, and presentation, while fostering an atmosphere of warmth, character, and professionalism.

This role demands creativity, strong leadership, and operational awareness, as well as a deep passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through a dynamic, original drinks and coffee programme.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the bar team in delivering consistently outstanding drinks, ensuring high standards in flavour, presentation, and timing.

• Champion guest engagement, particularly at bar seating, offering warm, personalised service with classic bartender charm.

• Champion a craft, barista-led coffee experience, overseeing coffee preparation using La Marzocco equipment and maintaining excellence across both takeaway and restaurant service.

• Collaborate on the drinks offering by reviewing menus and driving innovation through seasonal and unique creations.

• Manage stock levels, recipe costing, portion control, and wastage to maintain profitability and control drink costs.

• Uphold all food safety and health & safety procedures, ensuring team compliance with both internal standards and statutory regulations.

• Work closely with the General Manager to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient bar environment.

• Train and develop the bar team to continually raise standards and maintain team engagement.

• Support the wider service team and contribute to the overall guest experience at Le Café NAC.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as Head Bartender, Bar Supervisor, or similar senior bar role in a high-quality hospitality environment.

• Passion for mixology, with a strong eye for detail in taste, presentation, and creativity.

• Barista experience and strong knowledge of coffee preparation, flavour profiling, and equipment handling (La Marzocco experience a plus)

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to train, mentor, and inspire a team.

• Excellent guest interaction skills and a flair for delivering warm, engaging service.

• Solid understanding of bar operations, including cost control, stock management, and health & safety compliance.

• Organised, reliable, and driven by delivering excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.

• Career progression opportunities and access to training and development within BVC Group.

• A fun, creative work environment where your ideas are valued.

• 50% staff discount across all BVC Group venues and exclusive perks via CODE app.

• Complimentary meals on shift and flexible working arrangements.

• Enhanced benefits including holiday pay, company sick pay, maternity/paternity leave.

• Recognition for long service and team dedication.

DESCRIPTION
ABOUT US
We’re opening Le Café NAC, a brand-new all-day dining concept in Belgravia, and we’re looking for an exceptional Head Bartender to lead the bar team and bring our drinks offering to life. This exciting new venue will offer French-inspired food and drinks with global influences, set in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Le Café NAC is the latest addition to BVC Group, which operates a portfolio of innovative, globally recognized food concepts, including NAC, Crème, 74 Duke, and Supernova. With a strong presence in London, Paris, and the Middle East, BVC Group is known for blending creativity with operational excellence, delivering outstanding dining experiences across multiple markets.

This is an incredible opportunity to shape the bar culture and offering from the ground up, delivering memorable guest experiences and mentoring a passionate, skilled team.

POSITION SUMMARY
As Head Bartender, you will oversee all aspects of the bar operation—from daily service and team leadership to innovation and compliance. You will lead by example, ensuring drinks are crafted to exacting standards of taste, temperature, and presentation, while fostering an atmosphere of warmth, character, and professionalism.

This role demands creativity, strong leadership, and operational awareness, as well as a deep passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through a dynamic, original drinks and coffee programme.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the bar team in delivering consistently outstanding drinks, ensuring high standards in flavour, presentation, and timing.

• Champion guest engagement, particularly at bar seating, offering warm, personalised service with classic bartender charm.

• Champion a craft, barista-led coffee experience, overseeing coffee preparation using La Marzocco equipment and maintaining excellence across both takeaway and restaurant service.

• Collaborate on the drinks offering by reviewing menus and driving innovation through seasonal and unique creations.

• Manage stock levels, recipe costing, portion control, and wastage to maintain profitability and control drink costs.

• Uphold all food safety and health & safety procedures, ensuring team compliance with both internal standards and statutory regulations.

• Work closely with the General Manager to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient bar environment.

• Train and develop the bar team to continually raise standards and maintain team engagement.

• Support the wider service team and contribute to the overall guest experience at Le Café NAC.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as Head Bartender, Bar Supervisor, or similar senior bar role in a high-quality hospitality environment.

• Passion for mixology, with a strong eye for detail in taste, presentation, and creativity.

• Barista experience and strong knowledge of coffee preparation, flavour profiling, and equipment handling (La Marzocco experience a plus)

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to train, mentor, and inspire a team.

• Excellent guest interaction skills and a flair for delivering warm, engaging service.

• Solid understanding of bar operations, including cost control, stock management, and health & safety compliance.

• Organised, reliable, and driven by delivering excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.

• Career progression opportunities and access to training and development within BVC Group.

• A fun, creative work environment where your ideas are valued.

• 50% staff discount across all BVC Group venues and exclusive perks via CODE app.

• Complimentary meals on shift and flexible working arrangements.

• Enhanced benefits including holiday pay, company sick pay, maternity/paternity leave.

• Recognition for long service and team dedication.