We’re looking for a Bartender to join our team at The Parakeet.
Located in the heart of Kentish Town, The Parakeet is an independent public house and dining room. In the front, a lively local pub atmosphere centred around a busy, characterful bar. In the back, an award-winning dining room serving Basque-inspired small plates cooked over coal and fire. Led by chef Ben Allen, our kitchen has received critical acclaim from The Times, The Evening Standard, and more.
But don’t just take our word for it:
- Top 100 restaurants in London
- Top 50 Gastropubs
- The Times | Giles Coren review
- The Evening Standard review
As a Bartender, you will be part of the team that brings energy to the heart of the pub. You’ll deliver great drinks, warm hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere for both regulars and new guests. Working alongside the Bar Manager and wider team, you will help maintain high standards behind the bar while creating a lively, friendly environment.
What you’ll do
- Prepare and serve a range of drinks including beers, cocktails, wines, and spirits
- Deliver friendly, attentive service and create a welcoming atmosphere for guests
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation behind the bar
- Develop strong knowledge of our drinks list and make recommendations to guests
- Work efficiently during busy services while maintaining great hospitality
- Support the wider team to ensure smooth service across the pub and dining room
What we’re looking for
- Experience working behind a busy bar in a pub, restaurant, or bar environment
- A passion for drinks and hospitality
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- A team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- Great communication skills and a natural ability to connect with guests
- An eye for detail and pride in delivering quality drinks
What to Expect:
- Competitive Pay: £12.71 per hour plus tronc (total package usually in the range of £12.71- £15.00 per hour). Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
- The is a lively pub and casual fine-dining restaurant, so our teams work a variety of daytime and evening shifts during the week.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals
- Training and development through the Columbo Academy
- Hero of the Month recognition including a paid weekend off
- £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives
- Employee referral bonuses of £1,000 for Chef or Manager roles and £250 for hourly roles
- Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers
- Pension scheme via Nest