Mixologist ***luxury hotel in London***

Incredible benefits

What's in it for you from day one:

£37,000 OTE per annum, plus other exciting perks and benefits!
Holiday allowance starting at 28 days and increasing with length of service to 36 days.
Nutritious free meals on duty.
Award winning L&D programmes, with over 80 individual courses available, from foundation skills to leadership skills.
Excellent development opportunities with 80% of our managers being home-grown.
Two paid volunteering days each year, so we can give back to our communities.
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme through our partners at Hospitality Action.
Monthly tea parties and annual social events, including boat parties and festive events for your little ones.
Complimentary quality uniform and dry-cleaning services.

What's in it for you later:

Vibrant hotel recognition events and hotel-based incentives, including Employee of the Month and Manager of the Quarter.
Enhanced maternity pay of 13 weeks, fully paid.
Enhanced paternity pay of 2 weeks, fully paid.
£800 baby payment to support you and your baby with the essentials.
Fantastic recommend a friend bonus scheme worth up to £600.
Cross-departmental training available within your property, because we know you're a curious individual.
50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in selected Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels in the UK, Ireland, Guernsey, Geneva, and South Africa!

We are seeking a talented Mixologist to join our team. If you have a passion for crafting exceptional cocktails and delivering personalised service, this is an incredible opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Mixologist in a hotel setting, with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude toward training and development. This position reports to the Bar Manager.

Location: London, Victoria

Employment type: Full-time Permanent

Working pattern: Shift work 5 days on 2 days off

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is proud to be recognised as an industry leader in hospitality and people development. We were named Best Employer at the 2025 Cateys and received the prestigious AA’s Hotel Group of the Year award for 2024. We are especially proud of our dedication to developing our people, having received the Princess Royal Training Award three times (2017, 2020, and 2023) from HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us multiple accolades including Top Employer in the United Kingdom for both 2024 and 2025, a certification of our outstanding employee conditions and commitment to workplace excellence and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys.

The Rubens at the Palace Hotel is a stunning five-star property located in the heart of London’s Victoria and within walking distance of Buckingham Palace. This wonderful hotel has been fully refurbished and features 161 individually designed bedrooms and suites, as well as a range of Food and Beverage outlets including The English Grill Restaurant, The Curry Room Restaurant, The New York Bar, The Palace Lounge and Champagne Bar, as well as 9 well equipped function rooms.

Key Responsibilities of a Mixologist:

Crafting exquisite cocktails and drinks while consistently delivering exceptional service to guests.
Ensuring the bar area and surrounding tables are impeccably set up and maintained to the highest standards.
Working across all areas of the bar, contributing to a smooth and efficient operation.
Preparing a variety of drinks, cocktails, and food offerings, tailoring recommendations to guest preferences.
Demonstrating strong menu knowledge, offering expert advice and suggestions to guests.

What are we looking for?

Previous experience as a Mixologist in a hotel or luxury hospitality environment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards in every aspect of service.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with guests in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
A passion for training, development, and staying updated on the latest trends in mixology.
A positive, proactive attitude and a commitment to providing exceptional, personalised service to every guest.

Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We electronically scan and store a copy of your passport/visa and/or ID card to gain a clear indication of the authenticity of the document and establish the ‘Right to Work’ in the UK.