Bartender

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Cape Town is seeking a Bartender to deliver exceptional guest experiences, craft cocktails, and maintain luxury service standards. You will mix drinks, greet guests warmly, and ensure every guest leaves with a memorable impression of the outlet.

The role requires a strong hospitality background, fluency in English, flexibility for shifts, and a passion for beverages and cocktails. Join a brand renowned for service excellence and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess outstanding guest services skills, professional presentation and sophisticated communication skills.
• Proficient in the English language (verbal & written).
• Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be flexible in terms of working hours.
• Must be physically fit.
• Sound knowledge of beverages and cocktails.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Fairmont luxury standards in all interactions.
• Mixes and prepares a wide range of beverage items.
• Greets guests and colleagues warmly and maintains a positive team spirit.
• Ensures guests leave with a lasting positive experience and impression of the outlet.
• Maintains appearance and hygiene standards, uniform and shoes.
• Demonstrates understanding of restaurant policies, service standards, and liquor laws.
• Maintains inventory and reports discrepancies as needed.
• Reports suspicious activity to Security and follows safety regulations.

Skills

Guest service

English proficiency

Multitasking

Flexibility

Physical fitness

Beverages knowledge

Education

F&B training

Hospitality qualifications

Tools

POS System

Job description

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts: At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. We know that to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That is why you'll find exceptional work opportunities-throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific-as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that included landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment: we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!

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Job Description

Scope of Position:

Bartender’s/Barman primarily responsibility is to exceed all expectations of all Internal and External Guests. Facilitating an excellent guest experience in the outlet by ensuring exceptional products and services at all times. As a Bartender’s/Barman, you will provide guests with the full experience that encompasses engaging & personalized service from beginning to end of service. Your role is to turn their moments with us into memories by delivering Fairmont`s service promise and the highest level of brand standards.

Requirements:

• Must possess outstanding guest services skills, professional presentation and sophisticated communication skills.
• Proficient in the English language (verbal & written), second language is an asset.
• Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment.
• Must be flexible in terms of working hours.
• Must be physically fit.
• Must have soundknowledge of beverages and cocktails.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates Fairmont luxury standards in all interactions.
• Mixes and prepares a wide range of beverage items.
• Greets all guests and colleagues in a warm and sincere manner and always adopts a positive attitude to keep the team spirit at its highest.
• To ensure that all guests leave the outlet with a lasting positive experience and impression of the outlet.
• Should be punctual, efficient, and above all courteous – assuming a pleasing and helpful attitude towards each guest.
• To have pride in his/her appearance and personal hygiene, making sure that his/her uniform and shoes are always of the highest standard.
• Has a genuine desire to provide an unparalleled guest experience.
• To handle any guest feedback in an appropriate manner ensuring the guest leaves the outlet completely satisfied. If unable to correct the situation the colleague must inform supervisors or managers in order to facilitate service recovery.
• Checks and sets-up bar and equipment, places bottles in the proper place, prepares adequate mise-en-place to be used during the shift.
• To report to duty punctually, in full uniform according to appearance and grooming standards.
• To demonstrate a complete understanding of Restaurant Policies & Procedures and Service Standards as outlined in the Fairmont Standards.
• To make and serve drinks in accordance with liquor laws.
• To maintain a clean and safe work and dining environment.
• To have full knowledge of available menus of the restaurant.
• To be aware of safety in the bar, to have complete understanding of adhere to the company’s policy regarding fire, hygiene and safety.
• Maintain an accurate reasonable inventory, completing nightly and monthly inventory counts.
• To order, stock, and control all necessary par stock levels.
• Ensures that licensing hours and laws are strictly followed.
• Monitoring Freezers and Refrigerators, should any problems occur it must be reported to the technical services.
• To ensure that costs are kept to a minimum by controlling wastage and breakage.
• Occasional Duties/Projects as assigned to you by Food & Beverage Managementmay be assigned to you periodically.
• Follows Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
• Reports suspicious people, parcels, and behaviours to Security.
• Perform other duties, as and when requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working in a luxury or upmarket hotel.
• Food and Beverage training/certification or Hospitality qualifications advantageous.
• Experience with Point of Sale System.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive, engaging personality, and professional appearance.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong task and time management abilities.
• Eye for detail and understanding of drink mixing tools and techniques.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, etc. for extended periods, and lift heavy objects.
• Must possess outstanding guest services skills, professional presentation and sophisticated communication skills.
• Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment.
• Must be physically fit.
• Must have good knowledge of beverages and cocktails.

Additional Information

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

We as a company are committed to diversity and inclusion. Our Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered during the recruitment process. We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.