Lead Bartender

The Lead Bartender at Brick Lane is a creative, operational and cultural leader of bar service. They are responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, managing a high‑performing bar, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations. This role requires a hospitality‑driven leader with an understanding classic and craft cocktails as well as the ability to create new beverages and mentor fellow bartenders.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Hospitality

• Uphold Brick Lane’s service standards and ensure every guest receives warm, attentive, and memorable hospitality.
• Maintain a strong presence at the bar during peak service to support staff and engage with guests.

Operations & Financial Management

• Oversee inventory and weekly ordering
• Create and cost cocktails for the bar program
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards.

Beverage Program Oversight

• Maintain a thoughtful, modern beverage program that complements Brick Lane’s cuisine.
• Possess introductory wine knowledge, including varietals, regions and pairings.
• Support bar operations to ensure consistency, high-quality guest experiences and proper training for bartenders.
• Create seasonal and rotating cocktails
• Train staff of prep and execution

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a lead bartender or bar manager an upscale or high‑volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Understanding of wine, craft cocktails, and beverage programing
• Proven track record of improving guest satisfaction
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Personal Attributes

• Warm, guest‑focused, and passionate about hospitality.
• Calm under pressure, solutions‑oriented, and highly organized.
• Collaborative, respectful, and committed to building a strong team culture.
• Driven, detail‑oriented, and aligned with Brick Lane’s culinary and service vision.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance