Be part of something special from the start! We're recruiting now for this exciting role, with a planned start date in January 2026, giving you the perfect time to prepare for your next career chapter. Join the founding team of this brand new concept and make your mark on an exciting fresh venture.
What This Role Is Here To Do (Role Purpose)
As a Bar Back at Poolhouse, you’re the behind-the-scenes engine that helps our high-volume bar run fast, clean, and efficiently. Working closely with Bartenders and the Bar Manager, you’ll support with prep, stock, cleanliness, and pace, making sure everything needed is in the right place at the right time. You’ll thrive on movement, team spirit, and pride in setting others up to succeed.
What Success Looks Like
- Bartenders can move quickly because their stations are clean, stocked, and organised
- Bar areas are tidy, safe, and guest-presentable at all times
- Glassware is constantly replenished and available
- You anticipate what’s needed before it’s asked for
- Bar waste and recycling are managed efficiently and safely
- You bring energy, care, and a team-first attitude to every shift
Where This Role Can Take You
With experience, this role could lead to:
- Bartender
- Bar Supervisor
- Stock & Cellar Manager
Our Way of Working
Every part of this role should be delivered with care, curiosity, and integrity, in line with our Poolhouse values: Experience Obsessed, Seek Excellence, Integrity, Take Care, and Elite Sports Team Mentality.
Key Responsibilities
- Keep all bar stations stocked with clean glassware, ice, garnishes, and utensils
- Assist with bar prep including restocking fridges, cutting fruit, and filling up speed rails
- Maintain cleanliness and order throughout bar areas during service
- Support with bar waste removal, recycling, and storage organisation
- Help receive and store deliveries accurately and safely
- Communicate clearly with bartenders and follow instructions quickly
- Maintain hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
- Be responsive to shifts in pace and step in to support where needed
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Strong work ethic and ability to stay focused in a fast-paced bar
- Organised, reliable, and efficient
- Calm and helpful under pressure
- Team-first mindset – always looking for ways to support
- Good attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
- Willingness to learn and take feedback
- Physically fit and comfortable with active, on-your-feet work
- Positive, humble, and proud to do the behind-the-scenes work that makes the whole bar shine
Benefits
- Employee ‘Success Share Scheme’
- Free Health Assured EAP membership (counselling, life coaching, legal and financial support)
- Perks and Discounts platform
- £100 Monthly Employee rewards
- Medicash Health Cash plan
- Wagestream access (early pay & savings tools)
- Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice
- A Duvet Day Allowance
- Birthdays off
- Free nutritious meals at work
- Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials
