Barback
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Position Overview & Specifications
Grind is a hospitality company that lives in London. Since opening Shoreditch Grind in 2011, the brand has expanded across London with restaurants and café-bars, burning the candle at both ends to serve coffee, food, and cocktails to a killer soundtrack.
This is a great opportunity for a passionate and aspiring bartender, looking to join and progress in a fast-paced restaurant group. Evenings at GRIND offer a variety of classics, coffee cocktails and guest cocktails. We’re all about creating a buzzing atmosphere by turning up the tunes, dimming the lights and serving the best espresso martini in London. We are looking for energetic night owls to join the Grind Crew in any of our Central London Locations!
As a barback, you will be responsible for supporting the bar team in ensuring they have everything they need to operate the bar. You will need strong organisational skills, work well under pressure and enjoy working in a very busy work environment. If you’re looking to start your bartending career but don’t yet have any experience, this is a great opportunity for you!
Role Responsibilities:
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Support the Bar team in the operation of the bar
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Ensure the bar is always clean and well equipped to run service
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Action any tasks requested by the Bar Manager or Manager on duty
Strong organisational skills and the ability to to quickly prioritise tasks
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Able to perform well and remain professional whilst under pressure
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A reliable team player who enjoys working in a busy environment
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An effective communicator
Crew Card Membership - 50% off all Food & Beverage at every Grind restaurant and cafe-bar.
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Retail discount on Grind at Home products
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Up to £300 referral bonus
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3 month Retention Bonus
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Invitation to our Social Events
- Access to Wellness Scheme
If this gets you going we would love to hear from you, please submit a copy of your CV alongside your application.
Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for the above position.
Grind is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and employees.
We'll see you at the Grind!
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Restaurants & Cafes
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Barback roles across Liverpool Street Grind's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Restaurants & Cafes.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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