Bartender

JOB TITLE – Bartender

DEPARTMENT – Merlins

CONTRACT TYPE - Permanent

RATE OF PAY - £12.77 per hour plus amazing benefits

HOURS – 5 out of 7 days including weekends

LOCATION – Newport, NP18 1HQ

ID – REQ6818

OVERVIEW -

Step into the magic of Merlins Bar at the iconic Celtic Manor Resort — where legendary cocktails, unforgettable nights and exceptional guest experiences come together. If you love atmosphere, energy and being right at the heart of the action behind the bar, this is your moment to shine.

Become one of our Food & Beverage Hospitality Heroes and play your part in the Greatest Story in Hospitality — from Manor to Marina, your journey starts here.

OUR IDEAL HERO WILL HAVE -
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, or luxury hospitality environment

A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and product knowledge

Excellent communication skills and confidence working in a fast-paced, premium dining environment

IMPLEMENTING OUR ‘YES, WE CAN’ PHILOSOPHY, YOU WILL -

Deliver exceptional bar service that exceeds guest expectations at every opportunity

Prepare and serve a range of premium beverages, cocktails, wines, and spirits to the highest standards

Build positive relationships with guests, providing knowledgeable recommendations and personalised service

Work collaboratively with the restaurant and kitchen teams to create a seamless dining experience

Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, licensing compliance, and brand presentation

BE RECOGNISED AND REWARDED -

As one of our ‘Hospitality Heroes’ you will receive a host of Company benefits such as -

Access to career development training from day one

Discounts on food & beverage and hotel stays

Discounted leisure membership

Free GP virtual appointment service

24/7 wellbeing helpline

NEST pension scheme

Social Club

Staff appreciation events

Monthly and end-of-year awards

GROW WITH US -

As a Celtic Collection employee, you will be able to say –

I am equipped, trained, and supported to do THE BEST JOB I CAN

I am PROUD to be part of The Celtic Collection and would RECOMMEND IT TO OTHERS

I work in an INCLUSIVE, FRIENDLY, POSITIVE and CONSTRUCTIVE environment

I am encouraged to LEARN, GROW and DEVELOP and to try new things in my role

I am THANKED and RECOGNISED for the work I do, and my VIEWS and IDEAS ARE VALUED

I am CRYSTAL CLEAR ABOUT OUR AMBITION, and I CAN CONTRIBUTE TO IT EVERY DAY

RECRUITMENT INFO -
In the event we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this campaign early. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required as part of the recruitment process, in line with current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. The Celtic Collection is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age or background.