Bar Attendant

RPMGlobal; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Restaurant and activity discounts

Accredited training

Walk to work

Great Barrier Reef location

Job summary

Hamilton Island is seeking an experienced Bar Attendant to deliver premium beverage service across its luxury bars and restaurants. You will craft cocktails, engage confidently with guests and maintain high standards of consistency, efficiency and professionalism during every service.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in premium cocktail environments, strong product knowledge, and a polished, guest-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a premium cocktail bar, luxury hotel, high-end restaurant or similar hospitality venue.
• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality cocktails in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, liqueurs and premium beverage service.
• Experience with cocktail batching and service preparation is highly regarded.
• A polished, confident and professional approach with excellent communication skills.
• Proven ability to maintain exceptional service standards under pressure.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Current Queensland RSA or Nationally Recognised Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (Essential)

Responsibilities

• Prepare premium cocktails to a consistently high standard in fast-paced service.
• Deliver knowledgeable, engaging and professional beverage service.
• Collaborate with the wider Food & Beverage team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Premium cocktails

High-volume service

Product knowledge

Cocktail batching

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Hospitality passion

RSA certificate

Job description

BAR ATTENDANT

Step into one of Australia's most iconic island destinations and bring your expertise to some of the Whitsundays' most renowned bars and restaurants. From luxury waterfront lounges and sunset cocktail bars to Chef Hat-awarded dining venues, Hamilton Island offers experienced bartenders the opportunity to showcase their craft in premium hospitality environments.

We're seeking passionate bar professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional cocktail experiences and polished guest service. If you're confident behind a busy bar, thrive in high-volume premium venues and have a genuine passion for cocktails, this is your opportunity to join one of Australia's leading hospitality destinations.

Why you'll love working with us

• Save money with subsidised furnished staff accommodation

• Discounts on restaurants, activities and gym membership

• Accredited training and career development opportunities

• Walk to work - forget city traffic

• Live and work on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef

Your Role

As a Bar Attendant, you'll deliver exceptional beverage service across Hamilton Island's premium bars and restaurants. You'll prepare expertly crafted cocktails, engage confidently with guests and maintain the highest standards of consistency, efficiency and professionalism during every service.

Where you'll make an impact

• Prepare premium cocktails to a consistently high standard in fast-paced service

• Deliver knowledgeable, engaging and professional beverage service

• Demonstrate strong product knowledge across cocktails, spirits, wine, beer and premium beverages

• Confidently recommend cocktails and beverages to enhance the guest experience

• Work efficiently during high-volume service while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

• Support mise en place, cocktail batching and stock preparation for seamless service

• Maintain exemplary hygiene, presentation and Responsible Service of Alcohol standards

• Collaborate closely with the wider Food & Beverage team to deliver exceptional guest experiences

What we're looking for

You're an experienced bar professional who has built your career behind premium bars and takes genuine pride in your craft. You understand the importance of consistency, speed and guest engagement, and you're passionate about producing exceptional cocktails while maintaining outstanding service standards.

To be successful, you will need:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a premium cocktail bar, luxury hotel, high-end restaurant or similar hospitality venue

• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality cocktails in a fast-paced environment

• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, liqueurs and premium beverage service

• Experience with cocktail batching and service preparation is highly regarded

• A polished, confident and professional approach with excellent communication skills

• Proven ability to maintain exceptional service standards under pressure

• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

• Current Queensland RSA or Nationally Recognised Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (Essential)

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.

Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.

A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember.