Café jobs in Chester

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join the Opening of Café Barbette (Chester)

From the team behind Maray, Café Barbette is a brand new concept landing in Exchange Square this summer. Inspired by the relaxed charm of a European café, this is a venue designed to shift seamlessly on weekends from easygoing daytime drinks to a vibrant, vinyl music-led evening atmosphere.

Expect a curated wine list, punchy cocktails, and a simple, elegant menu built and delivered with real attention to detail.

Job Overview

As a bartender at Barbette you will be required to deliver drinks and service to a high standard whilst having the crucial role of welcoming guests into our space for them to feel comfortable. The role will suit someone with a passion for drinks, guest interactions and using their personality to influence the venue atmosphere in a positive way.

About Us

Maray was founded in Liverpool in 2014. Our unique food and drinks are created and served with passion, creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. This has earned us a loyal following, and QVO Hospitality now have five sites across two cities, with plans for growth in the near future.

Founded in Liverpool in 2014, Maray was born out of a love for unique food, vibrant drinks, and unforgettable hospitality. What began as a single restaurant has grown into a thriving hospitality group that currently operates across two cities. We are very excited to open our first Café Barbette location in Chester!

At the heart of everything we do is care . For our guests, our food, and most importantly, our people. We create meaningful experiences driven by passion and a genuine love for our industry. Our commitment to quality and creativity has earned us a loyal following, and we’re proud to be known for doing things a little differently.

We believe that honesty and integrity are the foundation of a positive and productive working culture. We welcome feedback, encourage open communication, and support one another’s growth through shared learning and mutual respect.

We are committed to being an inclusive, welcoming employer. We celebrate diversity in all forms and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest experiences by upholding service standards, managing drink times effectively, and ensuring beverages are prepared to spec with consistency and care.
• Demonstrate strong product knowledge of the food and drink menus, proactively promoting specials and supporting the floor team in meeting wet-led sales targets.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, allergen, waste tracking, and allergen safety in specials.
• Maintain high operating standards by keeping the bar, stockroom, and surrounding areas clean and organised, following FIFO principles and completing weekly cleaning tasks.

Skills and Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and decision making abilities.
• Applying skills and knowledge in a fast paced environment.
• Understanding of reservations systems, and EPOS, however full training will be given.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance in accordance with the restaurant’s uniform policy and an understanding of the physical requirements that may include standing for extended periods, lifting trays and performing repetitive tasks.
• Flexibility to work various types of shifts that will include weekends, evenings, and public holidays.
• At least 1 year experience as Bartender or equivalent at a cocktail forward venue.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £12.81-£15.21 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Bartending: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person