Pay: £15.00–£17.00 per hour
Location: Notting Hill
Experience required: Minimum three years in high-end hospitality
NAKIMUSHI is a new Japanese townhouse from the team behind Michelin-starred Dorian, EEL Sushi, Supermarket of Dreams and the Notting Hill Fish + Meat Shop.
The concept brings together Urchin, created by chef Yuji Shimokawa Kelly, and Robin’s Ramen by chef Robin Kosuge. Across three floors, NAKIMUSHI combines a fast-paced ground-floor ramen bar with an upper-floor restaurant and bar focused on Japanese cooking, ramen, robata-grilled seafood and carefully sourced meat.
We are looking for an experienced Bartender to join the team and help shape the atmosphere, drinks service and guest experience.
You will prepare and serve cocktails, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks to a consistently high standard while supporting both the bar and restaurant service.
This is a hands-on role requiring speed, precision, strong product knowledge and the confidence to engage naturally with guests.
You will be responsible for:
Preparing cocktails and drinks accurately and efficiently
Delivering knowledgeable, engaging bar service
Making informed recommendations based on guests’ preferences
Supporting a busy restaurant service while maintaining quality
Setting up, stocking and closing the bar correctly
Maintaining excellent cleanliness, preparation and presentation standards
Managing stock carefully and minimising waste
Working closely with the floor and kitchen teams throughout service
Helping to create a distinctive, energetic and welcoming bar atmosphere
You will need a minimum of three years’ bartending experience in a high-end restaurant, bar or hospitality venue.
You should also have:
Strong cocktail-making skills
Excellent knowledge of spirits, wine and classic drinks
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Confidence engaging with guests
Accuracy and consistency under pressure
High standards of organisation and cleanliness
A calm, professional and collaborative approach
Availability to work evenings and weekends
NAKIMUSHI offers the opportunity to join an exciting new opening, work alongside experienced chefs and hospitality professionals, and help establish a new Japanese dining destination in Notting Hill.
