Seasonal Barback - White City House, West London

Seasonal Barback - White City House, West London

W12 7FR

Join us for the summer at Soho House! This is a seasonal role offered on a fixed-term contract through to September 2026.

Role Overview

At Soho House, a Barback plays an essential supporting role in the smooth and efficient operation of the bar. Working alongside the bar team, you'll ensure that bartenders have everything they need to deliver fast, high-quality service to our members and guests.

Your main responsibility is to assist the bar staff and make sure the member gets a superior experience. You will deliver drinks orders from the bar to members' tables, acting as a point of contact between the bar and the floor.

Responsibilities

• Bring drinks quickly from the bar to the appropriate location in the restaurants and deliver to members.
• Maintain a spotless, pristine work environment.
• Provide service to and be accountable for an assigned section.
• Develop relationships with members to provide personalized service.
• Polish glassware ensuring they are ready for service.
• Assist bartenders during service by restocking ingredients, running drinks, and retrieving supplies from storage or cellar.
• Perform opening and closing procedures including but not limited to the set up and break down of stations.
• Ensure all service equipment is handled carefully and stored correctly.
• Attend regular meetings with front and back of house teams to learn about menu changes, specials, and daily tastings.

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years' experience in a similar capacity.
• Basic understanding of bar operations, hygiene standards, and stock rotation.
• Hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service, respectful towards colleagues and guests.
• Ability to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School.
• Flexibility to work shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to take direction, work in a team environment, and work autonomously.

Benefits & Perks

• Weekly pay.
• Team meal on shift prepared by our chefs.
• 50% team discount on food & drink, 7 days a week.
• Staff room rates.
• Health cash plan (option to cover up to two additional dependents).
• Dental plan (option to add up to two additional dependents).
• Birthday day off after one year's continuous service.
• Up to 50% staff discount on Cowshed & Soho Home.
• Take 2 paid days a year to support a charity of your choice through Soho Impact.
• Free counselling sessions.
• Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offering unique food and drink training, events, and opportunities to inspire and educate.
• Continuous training to develop personally and professionally.
• Monthly team events such as fitness sessions, cinema screenings, art classes.

EEO Statement

As set forth in Soho House's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.