Head Bartender

Nordichotels; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Access to gym facilities

Four complimentary hotel nights per year

Staff rates at hotels and restaurants within the group

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a passionate Head Bartender to join their team in Stockholm. The ideal candidate will lead the bar team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining operational excellence. Responsibilities include coaching team members, handling daily operations, and collaborating on bar concept development. Full-time flexibility is required, including evenings and weekends, with benefits like health and wellness offerings and complimentary hotel nights.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leading role within bar or hospitality.
• Deep understanding of service, quality, and guest experience.
• Fluent in Swedish and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and distribute daily work in the bar according to routines.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience through presence and service.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Guest experience

Communication skills

Creativity

Job description

We are looking for a Head Bartender with a strong passion for hospitality, leadership, and creativity to join our team!
Are you a natural leader behind the bar who thrives in a dynamic environment? Do you have a deep understanding of
service, quality, and guest experience, and a desire to constantly develop both people and concept? Then you might
be the Head Bartender we’re looking for at TAK.

About TAK

Located at the top of Brunkebergstorg, we serve modern Scandinavian cuisine influenced by Japanese techniques and flavors. Complex creations that are easy to love, crafted with carefully selected seasonal ingredients.
TAK offers restaurants and bars across two floors, where Nordic ingredients meet Japanese precision. With exceptional hospitality, we create memorable experiences in a unique environment where every detail matters.

About the Role

As Head Bartender, you play a key role in leading the bar team and ensuring that every guest interaction reflects the highest level of service and quality. You are responsible for the daily operations of the bar, team performance, and the continued development of TAK’s bar concept.

You work closely with the Bar Manager and collaborate with other departments to create a seamless and elevated guest experience. Your role combines operational excellence, leadership, and creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and distribute the daily work in the bar according to routines and service standards
• Ensure exceptional guest experience through presence, guidance, and service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well prepared bar environment at all times
• Coach, support, and give continuous feedback to your team
• Be responsible for stock levels, ordering, and overall bar readiness
• Collaborate with Bar Manager in developing TAK’s bar concept and creative direction
• Work closely with event and music curators to elevate the guest experience
• Contribute to team knowledge development and training

Requirements

• Proven experience in a leading role within bar or hospitality
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop others
• Deep understanding of service, quality, and guest experience
• Structured, solution oriented, and comfortable in a fast paced environment
• Passion for drinks, creativity, and concept development
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration
• Fluent in Swedish and English

Benefits

As a full time employee at TAK, you are also part of Strawberry Hotels and Nordic Hotels & Resorts, which offers a wide range of benefits:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Access to gym facilities
• Four complimentary hotel nights per year
• Staff rates at hotels and restaurants within the group

Employment Type

This is a full time position. Flexibility is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Working hours are adapted to ensure full operational responsibility of the role.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you are ready to take the next step and become a key part of TAK’s continued journey, we would love to hear from you.

Apply and join us in creating unforgettable experiences.