Head Bartender - Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia -

Job Description

We are looking for a Head Bartender for our amazing Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia.

The Head Bartender provides knowledge of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks including origin, taste, and preparation methods; maintains a working knowledge of liquors, wines, beers, ports, armagnacs, eaux-de-vie, cognacs, and specialty drinks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Have a passion for wines and spirits with the ability to recommend and advise guests.
• Ensure proper pouring, mixing, and blending of drinks.
• Handle cashing up procedures.
• Serve drinks to guests, along with filling orders for the Food and Cocktail Servers.
• Supervise the bar service to offer high-quality, efficient beverage service that enhances guest experience and complies with licensing regulations.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen and guests to ensure a smooth and memorable experience.
• Deliver five-star luxury lifestyle service experiences.
• Know the menu and products thoroughly; act as the number two on the bar, with every recommendation reflecting your knowledge and experience.
• Lead the bar team in daily duties, supporting the F&B management team with operational tasks.
• Conduct weekly training sessions on beverage pouring, cocktail mixing, and up-selling.

Work Experience:

• Create an attractive atmosphere through service and ambiance.
• Deliver beverages and meals across Food & Beverage outlets.
• Ensure all purchases are processed accurately.
• Prepare and close the bar area daily, including stock management and cleaning duties.
• Respond proactively to guest and management needs.
• Control the bar during service, taking orders, issuing bills, and acting as the lead in the absence of the Bar Manager.
• Coach new bartenders and bar backs, maintaining service standards.
• Assist in stock control and weekly stock taking.
• Manage all bar operations to deliver an unrivaled guest experience, focusing on creativity and authenticity.
• Monitor and ensure guest service standards are maintained.

Qualifications for Head Bartender:

• Relevant degree in Business or Hospitality preferred.
• Minimum age to serve alcohol according to local legislation.
• Personal license desirable.
• Monitor bar opening and closing duties, ensuring standards are met.
• College Degree in Hotel Management preferred.
• Fluent in Italian and English, both spoken and written.
• EU Citizenship required.

Benefits:

Flexibility, attention to detail, leadership, knowledge of English language, experience in Food & Beverage service.