Wine Bar and Restaurant Bartender (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

  Lady of the Grapes

  London, England

Lady of the Grapes is opening a new restaurant near Borough Market at the end of May 2026. As we prepare to open our doors, we are seeking a talented and passionate Bartender to join our founding kitchen team.

The first Lady of the Grapes, a wine bar and restaurant in Covent Garden, was founded in 2018 by Carole Bryon, owner, sommelier, and occasional chef. Our new branch at Borough Market will feature a 60-seat restaurant and a separate 45-seat wine bar.

Lady of the Grapes is a French, ingredient-led restaurant that showcases classic techniques and seasonal produce, with an open kitchen featuring a live barbecue. All our wines are organic, biodynamic, or natural, made exclusively by female winemakers, with an extensive and carefully curated wine list.

We are looking for servers to join our women-friendly, collaborative team and grow within our company.

If you are passionate about hospitality, noble ingredients, terroirs, creative cuisine, and are reliable, you may be the person we are looking for.

We welcome applications from women as we are committed to equal opportunities and diversity.

The Role|

As a Bartender, you will play a key part in delivering an exceptional experience for our guests. We are looking for someone with a deep love for wine, cocktails, great personality, and a passion for both wine and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure smooth running of the bar service.
• Greet bar counter customers warmly and present menus.
• Take orders for food and beverages, particularly wine.
• Prepare and serve drinks, with 95% of orders focused on wine.
• Create and prepare seasonal recipe of wine-based cocktails
• Continuously develop your wine knowledge and make recommendations to customers
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-stocked bar area.
• Process payments and operate the Epos.
• Care for glassware and keep it clean and polish.
• Anticipate stock needs and communicate replenishment needs.
• Complete opening and closing duties as required.

Experience & Skills:
• Previous bartending experience, with ideally a wine related experiencer.
• Strong passion for wine, with knowledge of wine regions, varietals, and pairings.
• Excellent communication skills with a friendly, approachable personality.
• Ability to multitask and stay organised in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, team-focused attitude with a dedication to guest satisfaction.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Upselling skills is a plus.
• Solid wine knowledge is essential.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.

What We Offer:
• The chance to be part of the opening team of an exciting new restaurant.
• A fun, passionate, energetic, and supportive management team.
• Competitive salary + servie charge.
• Referral scheme (£300 per successful hire).
• Pension scheme.
• Flexible rota to support work–life balance.
• Contract of 42 hours per week (5-day weeks; evening and weekend availability required).
• 50% staff discount on dining in.
• Cost price on wines to take home.
• Free fresh meals on duty.
• 28 days’ holiday.

If you're passionate about wine, hospitality, and growth, we’d love to meet you. Apply now to join the Lady of the Grapes family!

How To Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter. We can't wait to hear from you!

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