Head Bartender - Birmingham

Head Bartender
Pay: 12.50 per hour + Tips
Location: Birmingham City Centre
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing hospitality venue in the heart of Birmingham, known for its bold flavours, creative cocktails, and buzzing atmosphere. With a strong focus on quality, consistency, and guest experience, the team is passionate about delivering unforgettable moments through great food, great drinks, and great vibes.

They are now looking for a talented and experienced Head Bartender to lead the bar team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about mixology, thrives in a high-energy environment, and is ready to take ownership of the bar operation in a venue that values creativity, teamwork, and progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the bar team in delivering exceptional service and high-quality beverages
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of cocktails, spirits, wines, and beers to company standards
• Train, mentor, and inspire junior bartenders and barbacks
• Maintain a strong presence on the bar, engaging with guests and creating a welcoming, upbeat atmosphere
• Collaborate with management on seasonal cocktail development and drinks menu innovation
• Ensure the bar is well-stocked, clean, and compliant with hygiene and safety standards
• Monitor inventory, manage stock levels, and assist with ordering and supplier relationships
• Uphold responsible alcohol service practices and ensure all guests are of legal drinking age
• Support with opening and closing procedures, ensuring the bar is set up for success each day
• Work closely with the front-of-house and kitchen teams to ensure seamless service across the venue

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Proven experience in a senior bar role, ideally in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wines, and craft beers
• A passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Creative flair and attention to detail in drink presentation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm under pressure with a positive, can-do attitude
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Desirable

• Experience in cocktail development and menu planning
• Knowledge of bar cost control and stock management systems
• Personal Licence holder (preferred but not essential)

Benefits

• Discounted food on shift
• 50% off food for you and your friends when dining together
• 20% off food for friends and family
• Tips & service charge
• Pension scheme
• 28 days paid holiday
• Uniform provided
• Career growth & progression opportunities
• Training & development plan
• Fun, inclusive, and supportive working environment

Pineapple Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.