Bartender

Médousa Bistrot & Suites; Taormina; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality venue in Taormina is seeking an enthusiastic bartender dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. The successful applicant will oversee all bar operations, design menus, and ensure customer satisfaction while leading a dedicated team. Ideal candidates should have 3 years of bartending experience, excellent knowledge of drink preparation, and exceptional communication skills in both English and Italian. If you're a team player with a passion for hospitality, we welcome your application to join us.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a bartender.
• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks.
• Bilingual in English and Italian; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bar operations.
• Design exceptional menus and purchase goods.
• Prepare alcohol and non-alcohol beverages.

Skills

Mixing and garnishing drinks

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Customer service orientation

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing bartender ready to plunge into an overwhelming experience of glamour, entertainment and very strong commitment. The successful candidate will be able to forecast, plan and manage all bar operations. The goal is to maximize sales and revenue through customer satisfaction and employee engagement. We are after a humble team player who is willing to grow and thinks outside of the box.

Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards.
• Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service.
• Design exceptional menus, purchase goods and continuously make necessary improvements.
• Identify customers needs and respond proactively to all clients concerns.
• Lead the bar team by attracting, recruiting, training and appraising talented personnel.
• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages.
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks.
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age.
• Restock, replenish and manage bar inventory and supplies.
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience as a bartender.
• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing and serving drinks.
• Excellent English and Italian knowledge; additional languages will be considered a plus.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean.
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS).
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
• Mastery in delegating multiple tasks.
• Communication and leadership skills.
• Up to date with food and beverages trends and best practices.
• Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets.
• Guest oriented and service minded.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitality

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