Imagine working in a party atmosphere with other young friendly travellers…
Bar tending is the ultimate ‘global’ job. You don’t need to be Tom Cruise from Cocktail to be a bar tender but you have to be at least 19 years of age and have some customer service experience.
The program offers training on the job after arrival, however, if your previous job experience is limited you may want to consider completing a bar course before you leave.
Pub Program Overview
- You can expect to earn between £4.83 and £5.80 per hour. Tips are possible as well which can be anything from £30 to £100 per week. National Minimum wage is now £4.83 per hour for those under 22 & £5.80 per hour for those over 22. Average of 40-55 hours a week.
- Working hours are pub hours, this is not a regular 9-5 job so be prepared to work night shifts. Traditionally pubs closed at 11pm but this may differ now depending on the pub.
- Most live in jobs are outside of London - scattered across the UK – a great opportunity to see the country!
- Rent may be charged £0 to £50 a week and can be deducted from your pay.
- Some pubs offer meals, but you will be able to use the kitchen to prepare your own food as well.
- A great advantage is that there is no need to pay a deposit and rent up front to secure your accommodation.
- The cost of living in a pub program is unbeatable, your only expenses will include personal spending and subsidised accommodation and food.
- The majority of clients prefer to stay at least 4 months… if you are in a senior position you will be expected to stay longer.
General Duties Include:
* Serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
* Draw beer from the tap and pour from the bottle.
* Mix ingredients to make cocktails and slice fruit for garnishing drinks.
* Prepare and serve a variety of coffees.
* Refill drinks and cigarette dispensers.
* Collect glasses from tables and either wash or place in glass washing machine.
* Wipe down tables and empty ash trays.
* Collect payment.
* Operate cash register and give change.
* Arrange bottles and glasses on shelves.
* Clean bar service areas and polish glasses.
* Assist in the cellar.
* Assist in stock control.
* Observe work place hygiene, occupational health & safety and security procedures.
Personal Requirements:
* Good interpersonal skills.
* Good memory.
* Efficiency and speed.
* Enjoy working with people.
* Good personal presentation.
* Prepare to work evenings and weekends.
* Good cash handling skills.
* Able to stand for long periods.
Professional Gain:
Working behind a bar will help you develop the following attributes to help with your career such as:
* Organisational skills.
* Interpersonal skills.
* Assertiveness.
* Communication skills.
* Conflict management.
* Dealing with difficult people.
* Multi-tasking
Once you have worked in this type of environment you will be able to provide examples of how you successfully managed various situations utilising the above attributes. This question often arises in professional interviews.
Application and Assessment Process
- Purchase the Pub Job Package online.
- A representative will arrange a telephone interview with the program consultants in the UK.
- You will undergo a telephone assessment.
- You will be assessed for suitability and receive details of the job and location of the job.
- If we don't accept your application your fee will be refunded in full.
Program Fee $595NZ Includes:
* Live In pre-arranged job guaranteed in a UK pub.
* Accommodation in the Pub as part of the program.
* Ongoing employment support and advice.
Package also Includes:
* UK Visa application assistance
* Arrival Orientation.
* Free access to computers.
* 24hr emergency support.
* London survival guide.
* UK Sim card.
* UK bank account.
* National Insurance set up.
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