Bar Attendant - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 33,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room discounts

Extensive training

Competitive salary

Job summary

InterContinental Abu Dhabi is seeking an enthusiastic Bar Attendant to join our Food & Beverage team. You will deliver warm, attentive service at the bar, assist bartenders, and ensure the bar area is clean, well-stocked and welcoming for guests.

You will know the beverage menu, respond to guest requests, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth service. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits including room discounts and comprehensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, hotel, or similar Food & Beverage environment.
• Basic knowledge of beverages and bar operations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, professional, and guest-focused approach.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Good command of English; additional languages would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests warmly and providing attentive, professional service.
• Assisting bartenders with beverage preparation and service.
• Preparing and maintaining the bar area before, during, and after service.
• Ensuring glassware, equipment, garnishes, and bar supplies are clean and organized.
• Replenishing beverages, ice, glassware and other bar items throughout the shift.
• Serving beverages and taking guest orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintaining knowledge of the beverages menu to assist guests." ,
• Following all food safety, hygiene, and beverage service requirements.
• Opening and closing duties and supporting special events or functions when required.

Skills

Bar experience

Beverage knowledge

Communication skills

Guest-focused service

Cleanliness

Fast-paced efficiency

Flexible shifts

Willingness to learn

English proficiency

Job description

At InterContinental Abu Dhabi, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our guests through genuine hospitality, thoughtful service, and attention to detail. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and service-oriented Bar Attendant to join our Food & Beverage team.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

As a Bar Attendant, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth operation of our bar and ensuring our guests enjoy a welcoming and memorable experience. You will work closely with our bartenders and the wider Food & Beverage team to provide efficient service while maintaining the high standards expected at InterContinental.

• Welcoming guests warmly and providing friendly, attentive, and professional service.
• Assisting bartenders with the preparation and service of beverages as required.
• Preparing and maintaining the bar area before, during, and after service.
• Ensuring glassware, equipment, garnishes, and other bar supplies are clean, organized, and readily available.
• Replenishing beverages, ice, glassware, and other bar items throughout the shift.
• Serving beverages and taking guest orders accurately and efficiently in accordance with hotel standards.
• Having a good understanding of the beverage menu and being able to assist guests with general recommendations.
• Anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across the bar, service areas, and equipment at all times.
• Supporting stock checks and ensuring products are stored correctly and handled carefully.
• Working closely with bartenders, servers, kitchen colleagues, and supervisors to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Following all food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and responsible beverage service requirements.
• Assisting with opening and closing duties and supporting special events or functions when required.
• Demonstrating IHG values through positive interactions with guests and colleagues every day.

What we need from you:

• Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, hotel, or similar Food & Beverage environment.
• Basic knowledge of beverages and bar operations would be an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly, professional, and guest-focused approach.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail.
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• A willingness to learn and develop your knowledge of beverages and bar service.
• Good command of English; additional languages would be an advantage.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life - impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you will become part of our ever-growing global family.