Bar Back

Department: Bar

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: London Liverpool Street

Reporting To: Bar Manager

Compensation: £12.21 - £14.00 / hour

Description

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.

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

With experience, this role could lead to:

Bartender
Bar Supervisor
Stock & Cellar Manager

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

Recruitment Day

Position offer