Lead Mixologist & Bar Program Innovator

The-Food-; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Head Mixologist at The-Food- in Dubai leads the cocktail and beverage programme, ensuring consistency, quality, creativity, and commercial performance in line with FAB Group standards. This role combines advanced technical mixology skills with leadership, training, and operational discipline.

As the senior authority for cocktails and bar execution, the Head Mixologist supports menu development, service standards, team capability, and innovation while remaining actively involved in service.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years’ experience in cocktail-led bar environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of classic and modern mixology.
• Proven leadership and training capability.
• Calm, confident presence during high-volume service.
• Strong communication and guest engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the execution and consistency of the cocktail and beverage menu.
• Ensure all drinks are prepared to approved recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Develop and rollout seasonal cocktails and beverage activations.
• Lead and mentor bartenders and barbacks during service.
• Deliver on-the-job training and skills development for the bar team.
• Lead bar service during peak trading periods.
• Engage with guests, provide recommendations, and deliver a premium bar experience.
• Support service recovery and guest feedback management at the bar.
• Ensure cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene across bar stations.

Skills

Cocktail mixology

Leadership

Guest engagement

Training

Job description

The Head Mixologist at The-Food- in Dubai leads the cocktail and beverage programme, ensuring consistency, quality, creativity, and commercial performance in line with FAB Group standards. This role combines advanced technical mixology skills with leadership, training, and operational discipline.

As the senior authority for cocktails and bar execution, the Head Mixologist supports menu development, service standards, team capability, and innovation while remaining actively involved in service.