Head Bartender - Fusion

Wynnalmarjanisland; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Life insurance

Incentive programs

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a Head Bartender - Fusion to lead the Food & Beverage team at the UAE resort opening in 2027. You will oversee a luxury bar, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences across cocktails, service, and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of luxury hospitality leadership, strong cocktail knowledge, English proficiency, and the ability to manage inventory, money handling, and shifts in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of bartending experience in a luxury hotel, resort, or upscale venue.
• Proven leadership experience in managing bar teams and coordinating service operations.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate the bar team to deliver high-quality service and maintain morale.
• Oversee inventory management, including par levels, ordering, receiving, and stock rotation.
• Prepare beverages accurately according to recipes and company standards; maintain bar cleanliness and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Bartending

Cocktails knowledge

Customer service

POS systems

Education

Secondary education

Bartending certification

Job description

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theatre, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, water features, a five‑star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events centre.

About the Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking Head Bartender - Fusion to join the resort’s Food & Beverage team.

Responsibilities

• Consistently follow the established Cycle of Service to ensure excellent guest experiences.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the bar team to consistently deliver high‑quality service and maintain positive morale.
• Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stock rotation to ensure optimal par levels and minimise waste.
• Monitor compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with the Bar Manager to develop new cocktails and update beverage menus in line with current trends and guest preferences.
• Resolve escalated guest complaints or issues promptly and effectively to maintain guest satisfaction and uphold the establishment’s reputation.
• Prepare beverages accurately according to recipes and company standards.
• Assess guests’ needs and preferences, offering tailored recommendations and maintaining a guest‑focused, welcoming atmosphere at all times.
• Serve food and drinks professionally and courteously, always adhering to high standards.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of all menu items and confidently describe them to guests.
• Keep the bar counter clean and well‑maintained to ensure guests feel comfortable and welcome.
• Accurately charge customers, promptly present bills, and handle payments in line with established procedures.
• Promptly refer guest concerns to the Bar Manager or General Manager, ensuring each is resolved with Wynn’s signature personalised service.
• Set up the bar each day according to standard procedures and par levels.
• Clean all designated areas following daily routines and hygiene protocols, both morning and evening.
• Promptly report any suspicious packages or items to management.
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks requested by management.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum educational qualification: completion of secondary school; higher academic credentials are an asset.
• Minimum age requirement is 21 years due to gaming operations and regulatory standards.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of bartending experience in a luxury hotel, resort, or upscale hospitality venue.
• Proven leadership experience in managing bar teams and coordinating service operations.
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wines and beverage trends.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee bar inventory, par levels, and ordering procedures efficiently.
• Skilled in maintaining bar presentation, cleanliness and compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
• Excellent customer service focus and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities in high‑pressure environments.
• Proficient in POS systems and handling cash or card transactions.
• Formal bartending certification or relevant hospitality training is preferred.
• Fluency in English is essential; additional language skills are an asset.
• Flexible with work schedules and able to lead shifts based on business needs.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and team‑oriented mindset.

Benefits

We offer an attractive salary paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package, life insurance, incentive programs and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.