About Us
Welcome to Crowne Plaza Amsterdam – South, a modern business hotel in the lively Zuidas district. With 207 rooms, 7 meeting venues, and buzzing spots like De Japanner Zuid and the Manhattan Lounge-Bar, we offer guests and team members a place to connect, grow, and belong — as part of the global IHG Hotels & Resorts family.
Your Day To Day
You will be the face of our bar experience — combining efficiency, product knowledge, and genuine hospitality to create memorable moments for every guest. You’ll work closely with the wider F&B team to ensure smooth, high‑quality service in the Manhattan Lounge Bar and beyond.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Welcoming guests and creating a friendly, relaxed atmosphere at the bar and lounge
- Taking orders and serving beverages and light food with professionalism and attention to detail
- Supporting bartenders by preparing and delivering drinks efficiently and accurately
- Providing menu knowledge, including drink recommendations and promotions
- Ensuring tables and bar areas are clean, organized, and well‑presented at all times
- Handling payments and billing procedures, including cash and card transactions
- Assisting with stock replenishment and maintaining bar supplies
- Coordinating with bartenders and restaurant colleagues for seamless service
- Maintaining hygiene and safety standards (HACCP, Fire Life Safety, Green Engage)
- Being attentive and proactive in anticipating guest needs
What We Need From You
- Previous experience in hospitality, bar service, or F&B is an advantage
- Passion for beverages, with an interest in cocktails and bar culture
- Strong communication skills in English; Dutch or additional languages are a plus
- A natural host — service‑mindful, outgoing, and enthusiastic
- Well‑groomed appearance and professional attitude
- Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast‑paced environment
- Eye for detail and commitment to quality service
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
- Employee discount for all 6000+ IHG hotels worldwide
- Friends & family rates to share with your loved ones
- Up to 50% discount in participating hotel bars and restaurants
- Travel allowance based on the distance from home to work
- A paid day off for volunteering
- A paid day off for your birthday or a birthday voucher
- Homemade lunch or dinner during your working hours
- Opportunities for personal development, training, and coaching
- A CultuurWerkt! account for discounts on theatre, cinema, and more
- A ClassPass discount for fitness, wellness, or healthy meals
- Discount on a collective health insurance
- Discount at Doctor Feelgood, our local massage partner
- Access to the hotel’s gym facilities (when not in guest use)
- An In‑House Experience including breakfast, dinner and drinks at Crowne Plaza Amsterdam – South as part of your onboarding
- A fun, international team that values teamwork, laughter, and growth
- Regular staff events, parties, and departmental outings
- At IHG, we believe in giving you the Room to Belong, Grow, and Make a Difference. Through our myWellbeing program, we support your health, lifestyle, and career development — because we know that when you feel your best, you perform your best