Career Growth Hospitality & Recruitment are looking for a bartender to join the team of a Luxury 5* Hotel along Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard. A bartender is expected to provide an excellent guest drinking experience and to create classic and innovative drinks to please the guests.
Responsibilities:
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Keep the bar consistently prepared for service, including ambiance and setup.
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Welcome patrons in a polite and engaging manner.
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Handle inventory and supply orders with Head of Department (HOD) approval to ensure adequate stock of bar and table supplies.
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Understand wine theory and service practices.
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Conduct daily wine and gin tastings if required.
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Ensure the bar area is stocked with all necessary items, including beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws, stirrers, condiments, and produce.
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Maintain a tidy work area by managing trash, cleaning tables, washing glassware and utensils, mopping, sweeping, and performing deep cleaning on fridges.
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Stay informed about food and beverage offerings to assist guests with queries and recommendations.
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Monitor and manage beverage bar stock and mini bar inventory.
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Perform daily opening and closing stock counts for the bar.
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Provide daily updates on out-of-stock items to service staff and the manager on duty.
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Ensure all service necessities are prepared, including gin trolley, garnishes, glassware, ice, wine, beverages, mixes, and other essentials.
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Oversee the correct storage, handling, and inventory of delivered items and equipment.
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Manage inventory to prevent any beverage items from reaching their expiry dates.
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Work with waiters to ensure smooth operation of all areas.
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Develop innovative wine and drink menus, and create new cocktails.
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Ensure menus are in good condition and kept up-to-date.
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Manage the tasting room, glassware area, and all bar equipment.
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Support the wine steward in keeping the red and white wine cellar well-stocked and orderly.
Requirements and skills:
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Three years of experience in a 5* or comparable setting.
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Proven wine knowledge with relevant qualifications.
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Skilled in operating standard beverage service equipment safely and effectively.
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Physical capability to perform tasks such as walking up and down stairs.
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Adaptability to changing situations.
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Strong decision-making abilities.
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Excellent customer service skills.
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Effective verbal communication skills.
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Competent in planning, problem-solving, and working as part of a team.
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Self-driven and energetic.
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Ability to perform well under pressure.
Working Hours:
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12:00 – 21:00 Midshift
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14:30 – 23:00 – Late Shift
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8 days off per month.
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You may be required to work other shifts as per operational requirements.
