Job: Bartender

Location: Smithfield, Dublin 7

Role types: Full-time 

Contract: Variable hours - Day time shift pattern with ad hoc evening events

Duration: Commence Feb 2026 until Nov 2026

About us

Jameson Distillery Bow St. is the most celebrated address in Irish whiskey. A Dublin institution since 1780, and a centre piece of Smithfield. This year, Jameson became a top 10 global spirit brand, proudly achieving a huge milestone of distributing over 10 million cases across the globe. At our Visitor Experience in the heart of Dublin 7, the story of Jameson comes to life through our World’s Leading Distillery Tour, cocktail-making classes, premium whiskey tastings and blending classes. Each year we welcome thousands of visitors from all across the globe through our doors, where we connect our guests to our world class whiskey production process and deep-rooted history.

The job

Are you seeking more sociable working hours that allow you to enjoy your life outside of work? Then look no further!

Our bartenders play a central role in elevating our multi-sensory visitor experience at the iconic birthplace of Jameson Irish Whiskey. You’ll create exceptional beverages that complement our tours and experiences, while engaging and exciting visitors with your skill, knowledge, and personality.

Working in a high-volume environment, you’ll deliver consistent, top-quality service and maintain efficient bar operations. From crafting drinks to managing stock, replenishing supplies, and ensuring the bar is always organised and ready for service. You’ll work daytime shifts with occasional evening events.

This role requires strong work ethic, reliability, and an ability to perform at pace while maintaining warm, professional interactions with visitors from all over the world.

About you

To excel as part of our bar team, you will be:

Hardworking & Dependable

You take pride in your work, show up prepared, and deliver the same high standard every day. You are reliable, consistent, and committed to providing an outstanding service.

Efficient, Calm & Skilled in High-Volume Service

You thrive in busy environments and can work quickly without compromising quality. You manage your station effectively, multitask with ease, and stay composed during peak periods.

Visitor-Focused & Personable

You enjoy engaging with people, sharing your passion, and creating memorable moments for our guests. You communicate with confidence, warmth, and professionalism.

A Team Player

You support your colleagues, adapt to the needs of the operation, and contribute to a positive and collaborative atmosphere behind the bar and across the wider Visitor Experience team.

Passionate & Willing to Learn

Whether you’re already confident with whiskey and cocktails or just starting out, you’re eager to grow your expertise through our world-class training.

If you speak multiple languages in addition to fluent English, please highlight this in your application, as we welcome visitors from across the globe.

Essential Criteria

• Strong work ethic, dependable and reliable with consistent high standards
• Ability to work efficiently and remain calm in high-volume, fast-paced environments
• Skilled in bar operations, including drink preparation, stock management, and maintaining organised workstations
• Customer-focused with excellent interpersonal skills; able to engage visitors with warmth and professionalism
• Team player who collaborates effectively and supports colleagues
• Willingness to learn and develop skills through training
• Fluent in English

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience as a bartender, particularly in high-volume or visitor-focused settings
• Knowledge of whiskey, spirits, or cocktails
• Experience in hospitality or tourism environments
• Additional language skills such as French, German, Italian or Spanish
• Passion for heritage brands and storytelling

What we offer

We understand our people are our special ingredient. We treat our employees with respect and offer an environment that is engaging, supportive and collaborative.  We understand that employees require different supports at different stages of their working lives and our benefits, perks and programmes look to support your employee journey. We want to make you feel recognised and valued for your contribution to our shared success. Some of offerings include;

• Sunday/Bank holiday premium: 1.5 times hourly rate on a Sunday & double pay on a bank holiday
• Profit share: An annual profit share scheme to reward your contribution to the company’s success.
• Allowance:  An annual allowance to spend on our portfolio of products and merchandise, for you to enjoy responsibly.
• People Development: We enable continuous development for our people at every stage of their careers through our people development, online learning, and leadership training programmes.
• Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave, allowing you spend precious time with your new family member
• Parental Support: Our ‘Reconnect’ programme includes access to a workplace parenting coach, a phased return to work and a supportive environment for new parents
• Health & Wellbeing; Our Wellbeing Programme “THRIVE” supports employees across the three main pillars: Life, Body and Mind
• Charity Days: up to 2 days paid leave every year to volunteer at a charity of their choice

Like a well-blended whiskey, we believe that diverse perspectives make us better and we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences to create together the spirit that makes us great.

Interested in joining us?

Please follow the Apply Link and upload your details and answer some basic questions so we understand your interests clearly.

To learn more about our careers, go to our careers page www.irishdistillers.ie/careers

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