Bartender

The Food and Beverage Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food and Beverage Group is hiring a bartender to prepare and serve beverages to a high standard at the bar, delivering a polished guest experience. You will combine technical drink-making skills with attentive service and teamwork.

Requirements include 2–4 years’ bartender experience in a quality venue, strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and bar service, and the ability to perform under pressure while upholding hygiene and brand standards.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience as a bartender in a quality venue
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and bar service
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Professional attitude and strong teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare cocktails, spirits, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes
• Maintain speed, accuracy, and consistency during service
• Ensure correct glassware, garnishes, and presentation
• Interact confidently with guests at the bar and provide menu recommendations
• Support upselling in line with service standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar stations
• Follow stock handling, portioning, and waste control procedures
• Support stock counts and deliveries as required
• Comply with hygiene, safety, and licensing regulations
• Maintain professional grooming and brand representation
• Support opening and closing bar procedures

Skills

Cocktails

Spirits

Bar service

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Job description

Location: UAE

Reports to: Head Mixologist / Bar Manager (AGM)

Department: Beverage Operations

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages to a consistently high standard while delivering an engaging, efficient, and professional guest experience at the bar. This role combines technical execution with strong service awareness and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Beverage Preparation & Service

• Prepare cocktails, spirits, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes
• Maintain speed, accuracy, and consistency during service
• Ensure correct glassware, garnishes, and presentation

Guest Engagement

• Interact confidently with guests at the bar
• Provide menu and beverage recommendations
• Support upselling in line with service standards

Operational Support

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar stations
• Follow stock handling, portioning, and waste control procedures
• Support stock counts and deliveries as required

Standards & Compliance

• Comply with hygiene, safety, and licensing regulations
• Maintain professional grooming and brand representation
• Support opening and closing bar procedures

KPIs & Success Metrics

• Beverage quality and accuracy
• Speed of service
• Guest satisfaction
• Compliance with standards and procedures

Candidate Requirements

• 2-4 years’ experience as a bartender in a quality venue
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and bar service
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Professional attitude and strong teamwork skills