Soho House & Co.
Barback - Soho Farmhouse (Pen Yen)
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Barback - Soho Farmhouse (Pen Yen)
The Barback Role at Soho House
At Soho House, a Barback plays an essential supporting role in the smooth and efficient operation of the bar, working alongside the bar team to ensure high-quality service for members and guests.
Your primary responsibility is to assist the bar staff and deliver a superior experience to members. You’ll:
- Deliver drinks orders from the bar to members' tables
- Act as a key point of contact between the bar and the floor
What’s in it for you?
Compensation & Benefits
- Weekly pay: Base remuneration
- Team meal: Prepared by our chefs while on shift
- Soho Friends Membership
- Staff discounts:
- 50% team discount on food & drink, 7 days a week
- Up to 50% staff discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
- Staff Room Rates
- Health & Wellbeing:
- Health Cash Plan (optional cover for 2 dependents)
- Dental Plan (optional cover for 2 dependents)
- Work-Life Balance:
- Birthday Day Off after 1 year of continuous service
- 2 days paid leave per year to support a charity of your choice (via Soho Impact)
- Free counselling sessions
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Development & Opportunities
- Cookhouse & House Tonic: Training, events, and educational programmes in food and drink
- Continuous training to build personal and professional skills
- Team events: Monthly activities including fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes
Career Growth
- Competitive compensation with global benefits
- Training for technical and managerial skills to enhance your career
Key Duties & Responsibilities
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Drinks Delivery & Service:
- Bring drinks quickly from the bar to the correct tables
- Deliver high-quality, timely service to members
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Maintenance & Hygiene:
- Keep the work environment spotless and pristine
- Polish glassware to ensure readiness for service
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Assistance to Bartenders:
- Restock ingredients and assist with running drinks
- Retrieve supplies from storage or cellar as needed
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Operational Procedures:
- Perform opening and closing duties, including setting up and breaking down stations
- Handle and store service equipment carefully
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- Member Relations:
- Provide personalised service and develop relationships with members
- Attend regular team meetings (front-of-house & back-of-house) to stay updated on menu changes, specials, and daily tastings
Requirements & Qualifications
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Experience:
- 2–3 years in a similar role
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Skills & Knowledge:
- Basic understanding of bar operations, hygiene standards, and stock rotation
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Soft Skills:
- Hospitable, approachable, and passionate about customer service
- Respectful towards colleagues and guests
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Certification:
- Must demonstrate competency per training schedule and Club School
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Flexibility:
- Ability to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays as required
- Must be able to take direction, work independently and collaborate in a team environment
Pay Range (UK)
- £14.50 per hour (flexible range based on market differences in other geographies)
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