Bar Back

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The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

The Position

Are you a dedicated drinks enthusiast, looking to learn the tricks of the trade behind the bar of a world-leading luxury hotel? Then we would love you to join us as Bar Back at Rocco Forte Hotels.

In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of bar operations by taking care of every behind-the-scenes detail, from helping with deliveries and keeping the bar stocked to maintain the cleanliness of the bar and storage rooms. The eyes and ears of the busy bar area, you will ensure bartenders have everything they need to provide our guests with the five-star service they expect from Rocco Forte Hotels. As such, you’ll be a master of observation and multi-tasking.

Drawing on your organisational acumen, you will be adept at anticipating the bartenders’ needs and adept at thinking on the hop – perpetually positive and unflappable in a fast-paced environment. Highly motivated, you’ll thrive working in a team, communicating with colleagues with confidence and sensitivity.

In turn, you will be given the support to hone your bar skills, with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. Ultimately, your insight, commitment and pride in your work will make you an integral part of the Rocco Forte family.

Why join us at Rocco Forte Hotels?

At Rocco Forte Hotels, we are committed to giving our Team Members the skills and support required to deliver unrivaled service, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. As a member of The Balmoral team, you will also enjoy a fantastic range of perks, benefits, and rewards including:

• Occupational Pension Scheme
• Meals on Duty
• £25 per night discounted rates at Rocco Forte Hotels
• 50% discount on food and beverage
• 25% discount on Spa Treatments
• 20% discount on Health Spa products
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Recognition & Reward Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Local Retailer Discounts
• Employee Social Events
• Employee Assistance Programme

£11.59 per hour plus discretionary service charge