Head Mixologist- Lonavala

Della Resorts and Adventure; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Della Resorts and Adventure in Pune invites an experienced Head Mixologist to lead all bar operations, craft innovative menus, and design signature cocktails aligned with the resort’s premium identity.

The role demands 8–12 years in beverage operations, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of spirits, wines, and premium beverages, with a focus on guest experience and beverage profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Hotel Management or Hospitality required.
• 8–12 years of experience in beverage operations.
• Strong leadership and staff development abilities.
• Knowledge of HACCP and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of all bars and beverage outlets on property.
• Design and update innovative cocktail, mocktail, and premium beverage menus.
• Create signature cocktails reflecting brand identity and guest preferences.
• Ensure top beverage quality, consistency, and guest service.
• Train and mentor bartenders on mixology and service standards.
• Conduct regular tastings and cocktail workshops for the team.
• Maintain expert knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, liqueurs, and premium beverages.

Skills

Leadership

Mixology

Team mentoring

Menu development

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management

Job description

Job Description

The Head Mixologist is responsible for leading all bar operations, developing innovative beverage programs, creating signature cocktails, maintaining international service standards, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The role focuses on beverage innovation, profitability, team leadership, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with food safety and liquor regulations while enhancing the resort's beverage identity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the complete operations of all bars and beverage outlets within the property.
• Design, develop, and regularly update innovative cocktail, mocktail, and premium beverage menus.
• Create signature cocktails that reflect the resort’s brand identity and guest preferences.
• Ensure the highest standards of beverage quality, consistency, presentation, and guest service.
• Train, mentor, and develop Bartenders, Senior Bartenders, and Bar Associates on mixology techniques, product knowledge, and service standards.
• Conduct regular beverage tastings, cocktail workshops, and skill enhancement sessions for the team.
• Maintain expert knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, sake, liqueurs, bitters, syrups, infusions, and premium beverages.

Job Expectations

• Advanced Mixology & Cocktail Innovation
• Beverage Program Development
• Luxury Guest Experience
• Leadership & Team Development
• Revenue Generation & Upselling
• Beverage Cost Control
• Inventory & Stock Management
• Wine, Spirits & Premium Beverage Knowledge
• Menu Engineering
• Responsible Alcohol Service
• HACCP & Hygiene Compliance

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management

Minimum Job Experience

Minimum 8–12 years

Reporting To

Director F&B

Travel

NA