Located in the heart of Cardiff on St Mary Street, The Philharmonic is one of the city’s most iconic late-night venues. We operate across multiple floors with five busy bars, delivering everything from daytime drinks and live sport to high-energy nightlife, DJs, and large-scale events.
We pride ourselves on fast service, a great atmosphere, and a team that keeps everything running seamlessly behind the scenes.
We’re looking for a hardworking and reliable Bar Back / Cellar Staff member to join our team. This is a physically demanding role that plays a crucial part in keeping our venue fully stocked, organised, and running efficiently across all five bars.
You’ll be working behind the scenes to support bar staff, manage stock, and ensure the cellar and storage areas are maintained to a high standard.
Receiving and organising deliveries
Heavy lifting and moving kegs, boxes, and stock throughout the venue
Keeping all five bars fully stocked during service
Maintaining cellar organisation and cleanliness
Changing kegs and managing draught systems
Monitoring stock levels and communicating with management
Supporting bar teams during busy periods
Ensuring all storage areas meet health & safety standards
General day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of stock areas
Strong work ethic and reliability
Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Team player with a positive attitude
Flexible availability (evenings and weekends required)
Previous bar back or cellar experience is a bonus, but not essential
Competitive hourly pay
Staff discounts across the venue
Opportunity to work in one of Cardiff’s busiest nightlife venues
Progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group
A supportive, energetic team environment