Bartender

Sofitel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global staff discounts

Birthday leave

30% dining discount

Career development

Ongoing learning and development

Uniforms provided

Dry cleaning provided

Coffee on site

Staff lunch buffet

Discounted city parking

Complimentary hotel stay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is seeking a Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service across Bar Tilda and Wentworth Bar. You will create memorable guest experiences with premium cocktails, wine and bar offerings in a luxury setting.

Join a passionate team inside a landmark hotel, with RSA certification and strong knowledge of cocktails, wine and beer. The role requires late nights, weekends and public holidays as rostered.

Qualifications

• High-volume cocktail bar or luxury hospitality experience is preferred.
• RSA certification is essential.
• Strong product knowledge across cocktails, spirits, wine and beer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages to a high standard.
• Deliver warm, personalised service and build genuine guest connections.
• Recommend and upsell premium food and beverage offerings.

Job description

Company Description

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is one of Sydney’s most iconic luxury hotels, located in the heart of the CBD and blending timeless heritage with a contemporary approach to hospitality. As part of the global Accor network, the hotel is committed to delivering elevated guest experiences through thoughtful service, refined design, and a focus on quality across every touchpoint.

Company Description

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is one of Sydney’s most iconic luxury hotels, located in the heart of the CBD and blending timeless heritage with a contemporary approach to hospitality. As part of the global Accor network, the hotel is committed to delivering elevated guest experiences through thoughtful service, refined design, and a focus on quality across every touchpoint.

Food & Beverage sits at the centre of the hotel’s evolution, with a collection of venues designed to stand as destinations in their own right. From the bold Vietnamese-inspired flavours of Delta Rue, to the produce-driven, charcoal-led experience at Tilda, the whisky-led sophistication of Bar Tilda, and the high-energy rooftop atmosphere of Wentworth Bar, each venue delivers a distinct and contemporary hospitality experience.

Job Description

As a Bartender, you'll create memorable guest experiences through exceptional beverage knowledge, personalised service and genuine hospitality. Working across Bar Tilda and Wentworth Bar, you'll be part of a passionate team delivering premium cocktail, wine and bar experiences within Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages to a high standard.
• Deliver warm, personalised service and build genuine guest connections.
• Recommend and upsell premium food and beverage offerings.
• Maintain excellent product knowledge across both venues.
• Ensure the bar is clean, organised and service-ready at all times.
• Assist with stock control and inventory.
• Follow RSA requirements and hotel policies.
• Support events and work collaboratively with the wider Food & Beverage team.
• Contribute to a positive, professional and high-performing team culture.

Qualifications

About You

• Previous high-volume cocktail bar or luxury hospitality experience preferred. RSA certification is essential.
• Strong product knowledge across classic cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer, with a sharp eye for presentation and consistency.
• Fast on your feet, accurate under pressure, and able to multitask seamlessly during peak service hours.
• Welcoming, engaging, and capable of reading the room to create memorable experiences for every guest.
• Committed to keeping a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar set-up at all times.
• Works closely with floor staff and kitchen teams to maintain exceptional service flow.
• Available to work late nights, weekends, and public holidays as required by the roster.

Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide
• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave
• 30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
• Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand
• Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders
• Onsite perks including laundered uniforms, complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking
• A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support

We Value Our People And Offer

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide
• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave
• 30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
• Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand
• Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders
• Onsite perks including laundered uniforms, complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking
• A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.