Cruise Ship Bartender: Expert Mixology & Guest Service

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 392,000 - 685,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. is seeking an enthusiastic bartender to join our on-board team. You will prepare and serve a wide range of drinks to guests, take orders, and ensure a clean and efficient bar area while following safety policies.

You will work evenings and holidays, collaborate with crew, handle cash and cards, and stay current with menu updates and mixology trends. Prior cruise ship experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of bartender experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent knowledge of drink recipes and mixology techniques.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask in a busy setting.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Must be at least 21 and hold a valid bartending license/cert.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience on a cruise ship or in hospitality is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks per recipes and guest preferences on board.
• Take and process drink orders promptly.
• Maintain clean bar area and restock supplies.
• Engage with guests professionally and offer recommendations.
• Follow health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Handle cash and card transactions accurately.
• Keep up with new drinks and menu updates.
• Assist with inventory and ordering as needed.

Skills

2+ years bartender experience

Mixology knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible scheduling

21+ and bartending license

Cruise ship experience (asset)

Job description

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. is seeking an enthusiastic bartender to join our on-board team. You will prepare and serve a wide range of drinks to guests, take orders, and ensure a clean and efficient bar area while following safety policies.

You will work evenings and holidays, collaborate with crew, handle cash and cards, and stay current with menu updates and mixology trends. Prior cruise ship experience is a plus.