Lead Bartender – Craft Cocktails & Mentor Team

Point Hotel; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary onsite parking

Discounted staff meals

Uniforms provided

Professional development and career 0p

Employee recognition and reward 0ips

Supportive leadership and positive 0

Growth and continuous improvement

Job summary

Point Hotel is seeking a Senior Bartender to lead our bar team during service, delivering exceptional cocktails with precision and flair at KIN Bar & Dining. You’ll spend significant time at KIN while supporting Aira and other beverage operations.

Reporting to the Bars Manager, you’ll guide the team, ensure consistency, and help develop our beverage offering for upcoming launches. RSA required; evenings/weekends availability.

Qualifications

• Senior or head bartender experience.
• Experience in high-volume bar and function service.
• Excellent knowledge of classic cocktails and modern techniques.
• Leadership and training abilities.
• Current RSA certification.
• Available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead bartenders and barbacks during service, coordinating with supervisors and floor team.
• Execute Aira’s cocktail menu to specification and uphold beverage standards across outlets.
• Deliver consistent cocktail quality, presentation, and efficient service.
• Oversee batching, mise en place, garnishes, syrups and infusions.
• Maintain bar organisation, cleanliness and readiness for service.
• Monitor stock, par levels, ordering, and waste minimisation.
• Train and mentor bartenders in techniques and procedures.
• Assist Bars Manager with cocktail development and menu implementation.
• Complete opening and closing procedures to a high standard.
• Engage with guests, share product knowledge and address service concerns.

Skills

Senior bartending

Cocktail expertise

High-volume service

Leadership

Team training

RSA certification

Job description

Point Hotel is seeking a Senior Bartender to lead our bar team during service, delivering exceptional cocktails with precision and flair at KIN Bar & Dining. You’ll spend significant time at KIN while supporting Aira and other beverage operations.

Reporting to the Bars Manager, you’ll guide the team, ensure consistency, and help develop our beverage offering for upcoming launches. RSA required; evenings/weekends availability.