Barman

Campsbayretreat; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff housing

Training opportunities

Staff facilities access

Job summary

Camps Bay Retreat in Cape Town is seeking a friendly Barman to deliver timely service, prepare drinks, maintain stock and support waitrons. The role emphasizes creating a welcoming atmosphere at the bar and upselling accommodation and tourism services.

You will join a dynamic team in one of Cape Town's iconic hospitality settings, with growth and training opportunities, staff housing options, and a competitive package aligned with experience.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• 2-3 years’ hospitality experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of cocktails and beverage preparation.
• Strong communication and guest relations skills.
• Ability to work with money and calculations.
• Attention to detail and teamwork mindset.

Responsibilities

• Stock and maintain the bar with beverages and supplies
• Prepare alcoholic, non-alcoholic and hot beverages
• Clean and polish glasses and utensils
• Take food and beverage orders from guests
• Assist waitrons and support smooth restaurant operations
• Handle cash, card and room charge payments accurately
• Upsell accommodation and tourism services
• Build rapport with guests and manage responsible alcohol service
• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond to requests or complaints promptly
• Report maintenance issues and ensure equipment is well kept

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Mixology

Beverage preparation

Guest communication

Cash handling

Teamwork

Education

Matric

Job description

This role forms part of the food and beverage team at Camps Bay Retreat, within the Village n Life hospitality group.

The Role

As a Barman you'll provide friendly and timely service, ensuring guests enjoy their time with us and return as loyal customers. You'll be responsible for preparing drinks, maintaining stock, supporting waitrons where needed and creating a welcoming atmosphere at the bar.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock and maintain the bar with beverages and supplies
• Prepare alcoholic, non-alcoholic and hot beverages
• Clean and polish glasses and utensils
• Take food and beverage orders from guests
• Assist waitrons and support smooth restaurant operations
• Handle cash, card and room charge payments accurately
• Upsell accommodation and tourism services
• Build rapport with guests and manage responsible alcohol service
• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond to requests or complaints promptly
• Report maintenance issues and ensure equipment is well kept

What We're Looking For

• Matric
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role within hospitality
• Knowledge of cocktails, mixology and beverage preparation
• Strong communication and guest relations skills
• Ability to work with money and calculations
• Attention to detail and teamwork mindset

What We Offer

• A dynamic role in one of Cape Town's most iconic hospitality settings
• Growth and training opportunities within Village n Life
• Staff housing options and access to staff facilities
• Competitive package aligned with experience