Bar Attendant Barista

Ejobdesign; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oude Werf Hotel in Stellenbosch is seeking a Bar Attendant / Barista to work across in-house outlets such as restaurant, room service and events. You will prepare the area for service, greet guests, take orders, and serve drinks while translating guest needs into beverage recommendations.

Coffee preparation should meet our consistent standards with upselling to achieve targets. The role requires Matric, recognized barista/mixology certification, and 1–2 years of upmarket barista/bartender

Qualifications

• Matric required.
• Recognized mixology and barista certification or similar hospitality qualification.
• 1-2 years' experience as a bartender and barista in an upmarket environment.
• Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Work across multiple functions (restaurant, room service, etc.).
• Experience with Micros Symphony and Speedpoint machine operations.
• In-depth knowledge of wine, cocktails, spirits and coffee selections.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the area for service and welcome/interact with customers.
• Take orders and serve drinks.
• Interpret guests' needs and translate to beverage recommendations.
• Prepare coffees to a consistent standard and upsell products to meet targets.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Upselling

Communication

Education

Matric

Barista/mixology certification

Tools

Micros Symphony

Speedpoint

Job description

Bar Attendant / Barista

Oude Werf Hotel

Stellenbosch - Onsite

Permanent Contract

People are the foundation of our business. Oude Werf Hotel is committed to treating everyone with fairness, respect, and an appreciation for their individuality. We seek out and collaborate with individuals who align with our values and demonstrate a strong potential for growth and development. By fostering an environment of clear roles, open communication, wellness, alignment, and transparency, we empower one another to thrive. This approach inspires pride, cultivates loyalty, and builds lasting relationships

As a Bar Attendant / Barista, you will work in any food and beverage outlet such as room service, restaurant and conference and events. You will prepare the area for service, welcome and interact with customers, take orders and serve drinks. Interpret guests needs and translate them into beverage recommendations that impress. Prepare coffees at a consistent standard, upselling products and meeting targets.

Requirements:

• Matric
• Recognized mixology and barista certification or similar recognized hospitality accredited qualification
• 1 - 2 years' experience as a bartender and barista in an upmarket environment
• Ability to work various shifts including day/night shifts, weekend and public holidays
• Work across multiple functions (restaurant, room service, etc.)
• Use of Micros Symphony and speed point machine operation
• In-depth knowledge of wine, cocktails, spirits and coffee selections

Competencies:

• Neat and professional appearance
• Up to date with market trendsExcellent verbal and written communication skills
• Menu terminology, menu knowledge and an in-depth knowledge of wine, cocktails, spirits and coffees
• Selling and up‑selling skills
• Ability to use technology ie. speed point machine

We offer:

• An empowering environment.
• A remuneration package including risk benefits
• 21 working days' leave per annum
• Other company benefits
• Training and development opportunities

Only short-listed external applicants will be contacted.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements of our Employment Equity Plan