Job Description

Quod is an independent, bustling, city centre restaurant, bar & terrace with over 250 seats. Located on Oxford’s famous High Street, Quod is open all day, every day serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner. The menu consists of European classics with an emphasis on British produce. The busy restaurant, with a high level of repeat business, is open every day of the year.Quod is part of ‘The Oxford Collection’; a small, privately owned group of two luxury 5* hotels and apartments, three restaurants that consists of the Old Bank Hotel, the Old Parsonage Hotel, 36 St Giles, Parsonage Grill, Gees Restaurant & Bar, and Quod Restaurant & Bar. Having recently undergone a complete refurbishment programme, we have 80 bedrooms across three iconic properties in central Oxford, with unrivalled views across the city’s beautiful skyline.We offer support, training, and development opportunities to help your career flourish. We believe that investment in each and every one of our ‘collectives’ is key to the success of our business and the happiness of our customers. As a member of the team, we are looking for an exceptional candidate who shares these values.The Ideal Candidate WillThrive on giving guests a memorable experienceBe passionate about food, spirits, wine, and cocktailsBe able to work under pressureIdeally have some Barista skills (desirable but not essential as training will be provided)Have sound cocktail knowledge and skillsHave experience within a similar busy restaurant or barWe offer a sensible shift pattern, across a 35-hour working week (Monday to Sunday rota with two days off) with an OTE up to £16.00 per hour, including non-contractual tronc (service charge).Part-time hours may also be considered.Bartender BenefitsMeals on duty50% discount on food within our restaurantsUp to £700 recruitment incentiveMembership to our Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality ActionPension schemeOpportunities to develop within our CompanyUniform provided28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays per annum (pro-rata)A paid day off on your birthdayTeam awards and prizesHospitality Rewards: offering discounted gym membership, high-street and online shopping discounts, discounted vouchers, a cashback card, and 24/7 online GP serviceEligibility to work within the UK must be proven and two references should be available on request.

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