Christmas Period Meetings & Events Bartender

O'Callaghan Collection; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The O'Callaghan Collection in Dublin is seeking a bartender for our Christmas season on a fixed-term contract, to deliver exceptional service in a luxury hotel bar.

You will mix and serve beverages, engage with guests, ensure bar cleanliness, manage inventory, and comply with safety regulations while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.

Flexibility for early starts, late finishes, weekends and bank holidays is required as part of a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bartender (or bartender qualification)
• Acknowledge the pivotal purpose of health and safety protocols in a hotel environment
• Provide superb guest service with excellent people skills
• Excellent attention to detail in delivering customer care standards
• Be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Be available and flexible for early starts, late finishes, weekends and bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Mixing and serving drinks: prepare and serve a variety of beverages, including cocktails, beers and wines, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Customer service: engage with patrons, take orders, suggest drinks, and cater to preferences while maintaining a friendly atmosphere
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization: keep bar area clean, sanitized, and organized, including tools, glasses, and surfaces
• Inventory management: monitor and manage bar inventory, restock supplies, place orders, and track stock levels
• Adhering to safety and legal regulations: follow safety protocols and responsible serving practices for a safe environment

Skills

Bartender experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Teamwork

Job description

About Us:

The O'Callaghan Collection is a design-led collection of Irish family-owned luxury boutique hotels located in the heart of Dublin city centre.

Each of our hotels has its own distinct character, inspired by its location and designed to deliver a unique and memorable guest experience. Proud of our heritage, we continue to invest in our properties and services to meet the evolving needs of today's travellers while maintaining the warm hospitality and personal touch that define our collection.

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to exceptional service. We believe that memorable guest experiences are created through genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and a passion for exceeding expectations at every touchpoint.

As we continue to evolve, we are looking for individuals who share our dedication to excellence and take pride in delivering outstanding experiences. We value people who bring professionalism, enthusiasm, and a customer-focused approach to everything they do.

Joining O'Callaghan Collection means becoming part of a respected hospitality team with a reputation for quality, authenticity, and service excellence. If you are passionate about creating memorable moments for guests and contributing to a luxury hospitality experience, we would love to hear from you.

We are Caring | Proud | Accountable | Determined.

Benefits:

• Your Birthday as an extra paid day off!


• Enhanced holidays with service


• Rewards programme


• Refer a friend - €1000 reward


• Discounted room stays - friends and family


• Discounted F & B when you are a guest in any of our hotels


• The opportunity to progress - 4 Hotels in Dublin city and a Hotel in Gibraltar


• Tax saver for travel tickets


• Bike to work scheme and a safe place to leave your bike.

Role information:

• Fixed Term Contract: Please note this role is a fixed term contract and designed to cater for our busy events schedule during the Christmas season.


• Mixing and Serving Drinks: Prepare and serve a variety of beverages, including cocktails, beers, and wines, while ensuring accuracy and quality in each drink.


• Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service by engaging with patrons, taking orders, suggesting drinks, and catering to individual preferences while maintaining a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.


• Maintaining Cleanliness and Organization: Keep the bar area clean, sanitized, and organized, including the bar tools, glasses, and working surfaces, to ensure a hygienic environment.


• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage bar inventory, including restocking supplies, placing orders, and keeping track of stock levels to avoid shortages during peak hours.


• Adhering to Safety and Legal Regulations: Follow safety protocols, responsible serving practices, and legal drinking age regulations to ensure a safe and compliant environment for both customers and the establishment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a bartender and or bartender qualification


• Acknowledge the pivotal purpose of health and safety protocols in a hotel environment.


• Provide a superb guest service and have excellent people skills.


• Excellent attention to detail in delivering customer care standards.


• Be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.


• Be available and flexible for early starts and late finishes, weekends and bank holidays.