Bartender - Lobby Lounge

Raffles Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 46,872 - 66,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary upgrades

Extended stays

Discounted stays across Fairmont & R•

Special dining discounts

Wellness discounts

Job summary

Raffles Dubai is inviting applications for a Bartender to join our celebrated Raffles Salon, the award-winning lobby lounge. The role focuses on delivering prompt, courteous drink service to guests and patrons, reporting to the Outlets Supervisor.

Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in food and beverage with detailed bar knowledge, strong English, and a polished presentation. Cash handling and premium beverage knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in English.
• Team player with a creative and outgoing personality.
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times.
• Good communication and customer contact skills; good problem resolution skills.
• Good food and beverage product knowledge, including all hard liquor, wines, mixes and cocktails.

Responsibilities

• Read daily events to be aware of VIP arrivals.
• Maintain complete knowledge of F&B services and bar operations.
• Prepare and set up bar with liquor, ice, glassware, and garnishes.
• Process drink orders accurately and manage billing.
• Receive and check liquor against requisitions.
• Ensure bar area is stocked and clean at all times.
• Greet regular guests by name and note preferences where possible.

Skills

English proficiency

Team player

Well-presented

Communication skills

F&B product knowledge

Brand luxury service

Education

Secondary school education

Job description

Raffles Hotels & Resorts

The Birthplace of stories and legends since 1887, Raffles is a legendary brand, steeped in history and loved by generations past, present and future. Raffles, at distinguished landmark addresses around the world, is the vibrant heart of its destination, curating experiences that are culturally enriching, intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities, heritage and the environment.

Raffles Dubai

An architectural surprise inspired by an Egyptian aesthetic, 5‑star Raffles Dubai offers the luxury of city‑centre space, impeccable service and sophisticated Asian style. A 15‑minute drive from Dubai International Airport, it is ideally located in the business and shopping district, adjacent to Wafi Mall and close to the magnificent Khan Murjan souk and the convention centres.

About the Application Process

At Raffles, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Raffles Dubai as our new Bartender in the Raffles Salon, our award‑winning lobby lounge to provide prompt and courteous drink orders either taken directly from guests and patrons. This position reports to the Outlets Supervisor.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Read daily events to be aware of any VIP arrivals.
• Must have a complete working knowledge of bar items, ingredients and preparation.
• Ensure all details of service are performed properly for every guest.
• Understand and adhere to Beverage Department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Carry trays, bus and reset tables with linen, china, glass and silver.
• Ascertain guest satisfaction and handle any problem which may arise, informing a manager of the problem and how it was resolved.
• When possible greet regular guests by name and note and serve preferences accordingly.
• Professionally set up bar at the start of opening, including liquor, ice, glassware, juices and garnishes.
• Process drink orders in proper calling order both from guests directly and from service staff, checking for correct order and managing billing quickly and efficiently.
• Make all cocktails in accordance with Hotel’s standard beverage manual.
• Receive and check liquor against previous shift’s requisitions.
• Attempt to limit problems and liability related to guests’ excessive drinking.
• Organise requisition, pick up and verification for F&B items used in the bar areas.
• Ensure that the bar area is fully stocked and all side opening and closing duties are completed.
• Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.
• Keep the bar area neat and tidy at all times, regularly clearing dishes and glassware.
• Manage security in the work area, and at no time leave the bar area unless properly relieved by a colleague.
• Assist with cleanup – removal of cans and bottles, general cleaning of rails and counters, removal of melting ice in bins.
• Maintain complete knowledge of all F&B services, outlets, hotel services/features.
• Able to handle cash following established and proper Accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Team player with a creative and outgoing personality.
• Well‑presented and professionally groomed at all times.
• Good communication and customer contact skills; good problem resolution skills.
• Good food and beverage product knowledge, including all hard liquor, wines, mixes and cocktails.
• Embrace the Raffles brand promise and luxury in your role and in all interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected.
• Secondary school education.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of food and beverage experience with detailed bar knowledge.
• Previous cashiering experience.

Employee Benefits

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience.

Our Values

• Respect – We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
• Excellence – We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.
• Belonging – We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.
• Empowerment – We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
• Integrity – We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Raffles is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.