Bartender

A historic station hotel boasting the distinction of being the world's oldest, built back in 1844. Reading is a town and borough in Berkshire. Located in the Thames Valley at the confluence of the Rivers Thames and Kennet, the Great Western mainline railway and the M4 motorway serve the town, which is 40 miles west of London. Reading is a major commercial centre, especially for information technology and insurance. Known for its beer, biscuits and bulbs in the industrial revolution, Reading has transformed into a vibrant, metropolitan town. Home to the UK's iconic Reading Festival, its growing arts and culture community boasts some of the best entertainment in the country. Reading's rich and diverse communities are represented by its global food and drink scene.

Great Minds Drink Alike… Why not get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn new skills and make a career for life with Malmaison If you know your way around a bar, can tell your Pinot from your Chardonnay and can shake a mean martini this is the job for you. Malmaison offers something different to the usual hotel bar and our guests expect a high standard of banter, knowledge and entertainment when grabbing a drink whether it be a quick one (or two) after work, before a night out or as part of the wider F&B experience. Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of? We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Bar Manager position - we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards.., In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison & Hotel du Vin with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral scheme that pay up to £1,500, just for getting your friends jobs! (Terms & Conditions apply)
• A quality uniform where required
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Stream giving instant access to your pay as it's earned. Stream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family
Our Sustainability Goals:
• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace