Bartender - Seasonal | Talent Day November 13

Hosco.com; Toscana; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Auberge Collection in Florence is seeking a seasoned Bartender to craft cocktails and deliver personalised guest experiences in a luxury hotel setting. You will lead beverage preparation, assist with signature drinks, and ensure impeccable service that aligns with Auberge’s standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in a high-end bar, fluent English, and a hospitality-focused qualification. Seasonal full-time employment offers competitive pay and a dynamic, guest-centric work environment

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Bartender or similar role, preferably within a luxury hotel, upscale bar, or fine-dining environment.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, mocktails, wines, spirits, and other beverages according to established recipes and property standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of mixology techniques, ingredients, flavour profiles, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality in every drink.
• Contribute creativity and expertise to the preparation of signature cocktails and seasonal beverage offerings.
• Ensure all beverages are presented with precision, care, and attention to detail.
• Welcome and engage with guests in a warm, genuine, and professional manner, creating a welcoming and memorable bar experience.
• Anticipate guest preferences and provide thoughtful recommendations based on individual tastes and occasions.
• Build positive relationships with guests through attentive service, engaging conversation, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Handle guest requests and feedback with discretion and professionalism, ensuring a positive and personalised experience.
• Prepare the bar area before service, ensuring all ingredients, garnishes, glassware, tools, and equipment are properly stocked and ready for use.
• Maintain a clean, organised bar throughout service, ensuring efficient workflow and consistent service standards.
• Monitor beverage stock levels and assist with inventory control, requisitions, and proper storage of products.
• Process orders and payments accurately, following established procedures and using the appropriate POS systems.
• Ensure beverages are prepared and served according to quality, presentation, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures, including the proper handling and storage of ingredients.
• Work closely with the F&B Supervisor, Restaurant team, and wider Culinary team to ensure seamless coordination throughout service.
• Communicate effectively regarding guest preferences, special requests, and operational needs.
• Embrace and embody Auberge’s Promises & Practices, bringing warmth, intentional presence, and attention to detail to every interaction.
• Take pride in the craft of bartending, combining creativity and technical expertise with authentic, heartfelt service.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Hospitality/Mixology-related qualification

Job description

Company Description

is a hilltop Italian retreat – once a cherished educational institution – and the only hotel in the city of Florence that provides sweeping vistas of both Florence’s historic town center and the rolling hills of Tuscany. Offering unmatched views of the iconic Duomo, the hotel’s gracious, 16th-century buildings are set in breathtaking terraced gardens. Perfectly placed in the city to offer the best of two worlds, the hotel offers 49 Guest Rooms, 28 Suites, and 6 Grand Suites. Multiple dining venues and event spaces include La Gamella, a fine-dining Italian restaurant with The Chef’s Table at its heart, mischievous Bar Bertelli, housed in the former principal’s office, poolside Cafe Focolare, and the original chapel, Sala Dorati and theatre, Il Teatro. Aelia Spa, the first-ever spa in partnership with Furtuna Skin, is a nature-ensconced haven dedicated to holistic wellbeing. The resort will also host a range of connection-driven experiences revealing Florence’s multifaceted Renaissance spirit.

Job Description

At Auberge Collection, we redefine luxury through authentic, heartfelt service and extraordinary experiences that stay with each guest long after their visit. As a Bartender, you will play an essential role in creating memorable moments through expertly crafted beverages, genuine connections, and thoughtful attention to detail. Combining technical skill, creativity, and a passion for hospitality, you will transform every drink and interaction into an opportunity to deliver something truly exceptional. This role is an invitation to create the extraordinary.

Beverage Preparation & Mixology

• Prepare and serve cocktails, mocktails, wines, spirits, and other beverages according to established recipes and property standards.


• Demonstrate knowledge of mixology techniques, ingredients, flavour profiles, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality in every drink.


• Contribute creativity and expertise to the preparation of signature cocktails and seasonal beverage offerings.


• Ensure all beverages are presented with precision, care, and attention to detail.

Guest Experience & Personalised Service

• Welcome and engage with guests in a warm, genuine, and professional manner, creating a welcoming and memorable bar experience.


• Anticipate guest preferences and provide thoughtful recommendations based on individual tastes and occasions.


• Build positive relationships with guests through attentive service, engaging conversation, and a genuine passion for hospitality.


• Handle guest requests and feedback with discretion and professionalism, ensuring a positive and personalised experience.

Bar Operations & Service Excellence

• Prepare the bar area before service, ensuring all ingredients, garnishes, glassware, tools, and equipment are properly stocked and ready for use.


• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-presented bar throughout service, ensuring efficient workflow and consistent service standards.


• Monitor beverage stock levels and assist with inventory control, requisitions, and proper storage of products.


• Process orders and payments accurately, following established procedures and using the appropriate POS systems.

Quality, Safety & Standards

• Ensure beverages are prepared and served according to quality, presentation, and responsible alcohol service standards.


• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures, including the proper handling and storage of ingredients.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work closely with the F&B Supervisor, Restaurant team, and wider Culinary team to ensure seamless coordination throughout service.


• Communicate effectively regarding guest preferences, special requests, and operational needs.

Auberge Culture & Standards

• Embrace and embody Auberge’s Promises & Practices, bringing warmth, intentional presence, and attention to detail to every interaction.


• Take pride in the craft of bartending, combining creativity and technical expertise with authentic, heartfelt service.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Bartender or similar role, preferably within a luxury hotel, upscale bar, or fine-dining environment.


• A genuine passion for beverage culture, creativity, and delivering personalised guest experiences.


• Ability to prepare beverages consistently while maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and efficiency.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a warm, professional, and engaging demeanour.


• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to manage multiple orders in a fast-paced environment.


• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.


• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to the needs of the hotel.


• A qualification in Hospitality Management, Bartending, Mixology, or a related field is a plus.

Position Details:

• CCNL Federturismo


• Employment Type: Seasonal, Full-time


• Salary Range: € 25.500 gross per year / 14 months

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

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