Head Bartender / Bar Supervisor I The Langham, Melbourne

Langham Hotels International Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Discounted accommodation rates across

Career development

Employee recognition

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

The Langham, Melbourne, part of Langham Hotels International Limited, seeks a Head Bartender/Bar Supervisor for Aria Bar & Lounge. This senior role combines premium beverage expertise with hands-on leadership to uphold luxury standards and guest experiences in a Melbourne icon.

You will lead shifts, mentor bartenders, manage stock, and drive cost efficiencies while maintaining RSA and safety compliance. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity within one of Melbourne's most prestigious hotels,

Qualifications

• Experience leading bartending teams in luxury hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines and premium beverages.
• Proven ability to coach and develop staff to meet service standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts at Aria Bar & Lounge and ensure service excellence.
• Coach, train and mentor bartenders and F&B colleagues.
• Oversee stock control, ordering and beverage cost management.
• Maintain RSA, food safety, health and safety compliance.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and handle guest feedback.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and colleague development.

Skills

Cocktails knowledge

Wine & Spirits

Leadership

Customer service

Education

Victorian RSA certification

Job description

Head Bartender / Bar Supervisor I The Langham, Melbourne

Langham Hotels International Limited – Southbank VIC

At The Langham, Melbourne, we believeevery colleague brings a unique story, talent, and ambition. Through our PeopleBrand, Make Your Story Our Legacy, we are committed to creatingmeaningful careers, investing in personal growth, and empowering our colleaguesto create unforgettable experiences for our guests.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced HeadBartender / Bar Supervisor to join the team at our iconic Aria Bar &Lounge.

This is an exciting opportunity for ahospitality professional who thrives in a luxury environment, has a passion forpremium beverages, and enjoys leading by example. Whether you are anestablished Head Bartender or an experienced Bar Supervisor ready for your nextchallenge, this role offers the opportunity to develop your leadership skillswhile working in one of Melbourne's most prestigious hotels.

About theRole

As Head Bartender / Bar Supervisor, youwill play a key role in the daily operations of Aria Bar & Lounge, ensuringexceptional beverage quality, outstanding guest experiences, and seamlessservice delivery.

You will lead shifts, coach and develop teammembers, and support the Food & Beverage leadership team in maintaining TheLangham's renowned standards of luxury hospitality. This hands-on role is idealfor someone who combines technical bar expertise with a passion for people,service excellence, and leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the day-to-day operations of Aria Bar &Lounge
• Ensuring all cocktails, wines, spirits, and beverages are preparedand presented to The Langham's exacting standards
• Delivering exceptional guest experiences and creating memorablemoments
• Leading shifts and motivating team members to achieve serviceexcellence
• Coaching, training, and mentoring bartenders and Food &Beverage colleagues
• Conducting daily briefings and sharing product knowledge,promotions, and service updates
• Supporting stock control, inventory management, ordering, andbeverage cost efficiencies
• Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, andworkplace safety
• Handling guest feedback professionally and resolving concernspromptly
• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and colleague developmentinitiatives
• Ensuring compliance with RSA, food safety, health and safety, andliquor licensing requirements
• Driving a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuousimprovement
• Supporting departmental goals and contributing to the ongoingsuccess of the Food & Beverage operation

About You

You are an energetic and passionatehospitality professional with a genuine love for creating memorable guestexperiences and helping others succeed.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Previous experience as a Head Bartender, Bar Supervisor, SeniorBartender, Team Leader, or similar hospitality leadership role
• Strong expertise in cocktails, wines, spirits, and premium beverageservice
• Current Victorian RSA certification
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage ateam
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• A hands-on approach with a commitment to operational excellence
• The ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with stock management, inventory control, and beveragecost management
• A passion for luxury hospitality and service excellence
• Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including weekends,evenings, and public holidays
• Competitive salary package
• Complimentary meals while on duty
• Discounted accommodation rates across Langham Hospitality Grouphotels worldwide
• Career development and leadership growth opportunities
• Employee recognition and appreciation initiatives
• Wellbeing and colleague support programs
• A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture
• The opportunity to work within one of Melbourne's most iconicluxury hotels