Bartender – Full Time – Dakota Manchester Airport

Contract and Pay Rate

Earnings are £16.17 per hour, including average anticipated tronc. Positions are available at full time and part time. Full time – permanent contract, 30 hours per week, usually shifts of 16:00‑00:00 mid‑week and 16:00‑01:00 weekend, working any five days out of seven.

Primary Role Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks in accordance with our menu specifications, including classic and signature cocktails.
• Complete bar set‑up at the start of a service, including preparing garnishes, stocking glassware and performing cleaning duties.
• Carry out full bar close‑down procedure, ensuring the bar is fully cleaned and ready for the following shift.
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the food and beverage menu, provide guests with recommendations and understand allergens present.
• Drive sales through excellent service, genuine guest engagement and personalised recommendations.
• Support the bar floor team proactively when required.

Applicant Requirements

• Minimum of one year’s experience in a bar environment.
• Strong foundational knowledge of mixing classic cocktails.
• Understanding of responsible sale of alcohol, with full training provided.
• Outgoing personality with effective communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently at pace and be proactive throughout the shift.
• Willing and able to pour, serve and sell alcohol.
• Enthusiastic individual who promotes a culture of positivity.
• Task‑oriented with pride for work and attention to detail.
• Flexible with shift patterns and available around the business needs.
• Demonstrated research on our brand and genuine desire to join the team.

What We Offer

In addition to a culture of positivity and ongoing development, you can enjoy the following benefits.

Financial

• Special discounts on stays and dining at any Dakota location.
• Bonuses for recommending a friend and for being mentioned on Trip Advisor.
• Additional holiday day on first anniversary of employment.
• Meals on duty and uniforming.

Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme – free private mental health support, counselling, video GP consultations, private prescription services and daily rewards.
• Support from in‑house Mental Health Champions.
• Family‑friendly flexible working options.
• Participation in initiatives such as Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning and the Walk for Wellbeing.

Career Development

• Accredited, certified compliance training on employment.
• Access to external certified resources via our Learning Management System.
• Continuous professional development culture with annual appraisal and personal development plan.
• Opportunities to undertake internal and external training courses, including potential in‑house apprenticeships.

Full terms on our benefits can be found in the handbook.

Please send your CV to apply.

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