Junior Barman - Hoseki Restaurant

Delaire (Pty) Ltd.; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality company in Stellenbosch is seeking an enthusiastic Barman for its restaurant. The ideal candidate will create excellent drinking experiences, prepare drinks, and engage with distinguished clientele. A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role is required, along with strong customer service skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Barman.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic computer and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for patrons.
• Interact with customers and serve drinks.
• Plan and present the bar menu.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Barman at our Japanese Restaurant, Hoseki, at Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa, to provide an excellent guest drinking experience, who will be able to create classic and innovative drinks exceeding customers’ needs and expectations.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons;
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve drinks and snacks;
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations;
• Mix and prepare ingredients for cocktails.
• Plan and present bar menu;
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies;
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience;
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations & ensure minimum losses;
• Maintain standards of hygiene and cleanliness in all bar areas;
• Check drinks presentations and temperature to make sure of its quality;
• Ensure everything in the bar is set-up and ready for service, including the coffee stations and all machines;
• Assist management in taking bar stock.

Main Requirements

• Preferably 2+ years previous experience as a Barman;
• Ability to travel to and from the property for late shifts as required;
• Passionate about the hospitality industry;
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, written and verbal (in person and telephonic);
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent people skills;
• Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with all departments and across cultures and religions;
• Comfortable in dealing with very distinguished clientele;
• Honesty, flexibility, accountability and friendliness;
• Professional manner and attitude;
• Punctual & self-disciplined;
• Extreme attention to detail;
• Basic computer and administration skills.

Delaire Graff Estate is an equal opportunity employer.