Candidates Requirement

Lead regular bar tastings and briefings on cocktails, spirits, and beverage offerings.
Train and coach the bar and floor teams on service standards and product knowledge.
Set the tone by leading by example and creating a culture of consistency and professionalism.
Support a collaborative working relationship with the restaurant and kitchen teams.
Mentor new team members on all aspects of bar service and house standards.
Ensure all drinks are served to spec, with attention to detail and presentation.
Ensure correct pouring, batching, and preparation standards are consistently met.
Oversee the use of correct glassware, garnishes, and service temperatures.
Deliver a personalised and engaging bar experience that enhances guest satisfaction.
Interact confidently with guests at the bar and on the floor to promote beverage sales.
Resolve guest concerns professionally, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
Support the front-of-house team during service and lead by example at all times.
Look for opportunities to upsell and add value to the guest journey.
Oversee daily and weekly stock control, including ordering, receiving, and storage.
Ensure all bar products are correctly stored, labelled, and rotated.
Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised bar at all times.
Monitor beverage margins, help maintain target GP and manage wastage.
Report stock variances and collaborate with the General Manager on controls and improvements.

As a Head Bartender at Lisboeta, we can offer you:

50% discount across all MJMK restaurants
£500 referral bonus for recommending a friend
Opportunity to develop your career growth with MJMK Restaurants
Mental health & well-being support with Hospitality Action who can offer free advice and counselling.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us
Extra day’s holiday every year you’re with us, up to 33 days
Enhanced pension plan after 5 years with us

About LUSO

Opening September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz.

Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal’s Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal’s terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta’s legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space.

About MJMK Restaurants

MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a fine dining restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star, named No. 17 on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

2024 saw the launch of two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair—our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra—and AngloThai in Marylebone, the debut restaurant from husband-and-wife team John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star.

At the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named 'The Square Opening of the Year' and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. In September, we will see the opening of Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia.