Bartender

  • Sodexo Group
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Jun 30, 2026
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

About the Role

Bartender at Manchester Airport Terminal 1

We're experience makers.

And relationship builders.

And we're hiring !

Most people only dream of being at the most exclusive places or out-of-this world events. At Sodexo Live! you don't dream it, you live it every day. Here you'll grow your skills at the most celebrated events and venues alongside a team of hospitality professionals that work, celebrate, and make memories together.

Be part of something greater.

We value diversity, equality, and inclusion.

Come on in - the door's open! As a global company, our market is the world - therefore it's only right that our teams reflect all the incredible diversity it has to offer.

What you'll do

A. Start of shift:

  • Set the service areas, ensure the condiments, glasses, cups etc are neatly arranged.
  • Ensure all beverages are displayed according to specification.
  • Ensure the coffee machine is ready to use.
  • Load service counters as and when directed and to ensure sufficient supplies throughout the service period.
  • Ensure that the lounge seating area is clean, sofa chairs and tables are arranged as per the lounge plan.

B. During the shift, and after Lounge operating hours:

  • Maintain the presentation and cleanliness of the dining, bar and buffet areas at all times.
  • Clear the table areas, and ensuring that all of the used crockery and cutlery and glasses are cleared from the dining area and brought to the dishwashing area.
  • Provide an efficient and friendly service to lounge customers, ensuring that all their needs are met.
  • Build rapport and interact with customers.
  • Report any customer feedback (complaints and compliments) and take some remedial action, if possible.
  • Liaise with, and assist chef on duty and Emirates lounge team, as required.
  • Maintain lounge cleanliness during lounge operating hours.
  • Empty waste bins, as necessary. Wipe clean and or replace bin liners.
  • Handle coffee machine cleaning process after the lounge closes.
  • Wipe all tables, cupboards, desks and other furniture free from finger/food/ beverage stains.
  • Vacuum the carpets to remove all obvious soil, dirt and crumbs.(where applicable)
  • Sweep and mop the tiled areas.(where applicable)
  • Adhere to any reasonable request from managers and supervisors whilst on shift
  • To ensure the bars are set up to the company's high standard and agreed specification.

    Completion of temperature records, cleaning schedules. Reporting any discrepancies to your line Manager.

  • Assisting the Management with stock take as and when required.
  • Ensuring all products stored / displayed are date coded, Stock rotated & labelled correctly. Using the shelf life rule.
  • Comply with all legal & company Procedures relating to food safety, hygiene, health & safety & personal hygiene
What you'll bring

Essential

  • Bartending experience is essential
  • Barista Trained
  • Highly motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Able to work on own initiative within a team environment

Desirable

  • Lounge experience
  • Airport Experience
Why Sodexo?
  • Rate of Pay : £13.90 per hour
  • MUST be able to provide 5 years of working history in UK & UK address history
  • The role will be made permanent upon gaining references for full pass.