It's no secret that there's a shortage of staff in the hospitality industry after the Covid pandemic.
Pubs, cafes and restaurants across Bristol and beyond struggled to reopen even when they were allowed to due to a lack of workers and many are still low on numbers today.
Industry professionals blamed the dearth of staff on employees leaving the sector to find different jobs amid the pandemic and Brexit forcing European workers to return to their native countries.
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This means there are currently plenty of vacancies up for grabs in the world of hospitality, from entry-level jobs up to senior positions.
And with so many bars in Bristol it's no surprise that lots of places are currently looking for bartenders, from dingy pubs to swanky cocktail bars.
If you fancy yourself as a mesmerising mixologist, or think you have what it takes to pull the perfect pint, there are lots of opportunities for you to show off your talents.
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Below is a round-up of bars in Bristol hiring right now.
Bar 44
Location: 18-20 Regent St, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4HG
Contract: Full time/Permanent (35-48 hours per week)
Salary: Up to £30K per year/ £14.10 per hour (including tips and service charge)
A little bit about the role: Bar 44 is looking for an experienced cocktail bartender with at least two years' experience. You will be required to do a combination of eight, 10 and 12-hour shifts.
Employee benefits include a staff discount, staff trips to Spain, Christmas and Boxing Day off and pension contributions.
You can find out more and apply here.
Somerset House Clifton
Location: 11 Princess Victoria St, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4BX
Contract: Not specified
Salary: Up to £30K per year/ £14.10 per hour (including tips and service charge)
A little bit about the role: Somerset House is looking for a "motivated and trustworthy individual" to join its small team at the pub in the heart of Clifton Village.
Candidates will need to attend both an in-person informal Interview and a trial shift of around two hours before employment is offered.
You can find out more and apply here.
The Mall
Location: 66 The Mall, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4JG
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £8 - £9 an hour
A little bit about the role: Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of health and safety requirements and a strong knowledge base of real ales, draught lagers, wine and spirits, although training will be provided.
Some of the employee benefits include a pension, tips and staff discounts.
You can find out more and apply here.
Aluna
Location: 4 Broad Quay, Bristol BS1 4DA
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £9-£11 per hour
A little bit about the role: Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential. The ideal candidate will be a confident individual with good cocktail knowledge, a passion for bartending, and strong customer service skills.
You can find out more and apply here.
Dirty Martini
Location: 47 Corn St, Bristol BS1 1HT
Contract: Full time
Salary: Not specified
A little bit about the role: Experience not required - Dirty Martini is looking for professional and engaging staff who are socially interactive and "obsessed with details".
This role provides training and development with the opportunity for progression.
Benefits include staff discount, pension.
You can find out more and apply here.
Green House
Location:37 College Green, Bristol BS1 5SP
Contract: Not specified
Salary: £8.50 - £8.91 an hour
A little bit about the role: Experience not required, Green House is looking for great team players as well as being able to work unsupervised during busy times and be keen to learn.
Benefits include staff discount, pension and dental insurance.
You can find out more and apply here.
The Bristol Fringe
Location: 32 Princess Victoria St, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4BZ
Contract: Full time
Salary: £14,714.00-£20,925.00 per year
A little bit about the role: Experience preferred but not essential. Must be available to work weekends.
You can find out more and apply here.
Turtle Bay
Location: 221-223 Cheltenham Rd, St Andrew's, Bristol BS6 5QP
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Salary: £7 - £10 an hour
A little bit about the role: Experience of one year in hospitality, bartending or customer service essential. Turtle Bay is looking for someone who is passionate about creating incredible cocktails, and loves working as part of a dynamic and lively team.
Benefits include exclusive team discounts and loyalty bonuses
You can find out more and apply here.
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Aztec Hotel Spa
Location: Aztec W, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TS
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Salary: £7 - £10 an hour
A little bit about the role: Experience of one year in hospitality, bartending or customer service essential. They are looking for someone who is passionate about creating incredible cocktails, and loves working as part of a dynamic and lively team.
Benefits include exclusive team discounts and loyalty bonuses
You can find out more and apply here.
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