Bartender

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious establishment located in Somerset West has an immediate opening for an experienced Bartender. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a 5-Star setting, possess excellent mixology skills, and demonstrate a strong focus on customer service. Responsibilities include crafting cocktails, providing exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high standards of grooming and appearance. Candidates living near Somerset West will be prioritized for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a 5-Star Hotel or similar environment.
• Excellent understanding of flavour profiles and drink recommendations.
• Competent level of written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Craft cocktails with precision and creativity.
• Provide an exceptional guest experience while serving drinks.
• Maintain impeccable personal grooming and presentation.

Skills

Mixology expertise

Excellent communication

Creativity in drink recipes

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

BARTENDER VACANCY

Somerset West:My client, an iconic establishment situated in the Helderberg area has a vacancy for an experienced Barman with a sound flair of mixology and beverage knowledge, accompanied by a charming and positive energy, to join their dynamic F & B team.

Overall, the successful candidate should possess a blend of technical skills, interpersonal skills, and industry knowledge to create an enjoyable and memorable experience for customers.

Candidates who reside in close proximity to Somerset West will be considered for this position

Overall, the successful candidate should possess a blend of technical skills, interpersonal skills, and industry knowledge to create an enjoyable and memorable experience for customers by meeting the following criteria:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a 5-Star Hotel or similar environment
• Mixology: knowledge of various spirits, liqueurs, and mixers, as well as the ability to craft cocktails with precision and creativity
• Beverage knowledge: an excellent understanding the flavour profiles of different beverages and being able to recommend drinks based on customer preferences
• Creativity: developing unique and innovative drink recipes, as well as adapting to new trends and customer preferences
• Full insight of all beverage stock and order processes
• Be an excellent communicator, with the ability to deal with guests in a highly professional and interactive manner as the position requires
• Be outgoing with a natural flair and charm in interacting with people, with a warm and welcoming personality
• Excellent memory skills
• Providing an exceptional service experience: guest-oriented and service-minded
• Impeccable appearance of personal grooming
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to thrive and work under pressure, with high-level multiple tasking abilities
• Competent level of written and verbal communication skills in the English language
• Good level of numeracy
• Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service
• Flexible working hours subject to the demands of the business

Position available immediately