Bartender

Iniala Management Ltd in Malta is seeking to recruit a Bartender to join their dynamic team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, the person selected will be responsible for preparing high-quality drinks and delivering exceptional guest services in our bar areas.

Duties:

• Greet customers and present beverage menus in the bar.
• Make recommendations and answer all related inquiries.
• Take orders from serving staff or directly from guests.
• Record drink orders accurately into POS system.
• Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with SOPs.
• Stock the bar daily before service.
• Be knowledgeable in the background of the drinks you make and the ingredients used.
• Be able to converse with guests and make them feel comfortable.
• Mix and garnish cocktails according to standard specifications.
• Upsell drink and snack items to guests.
• Respond promptly to requests from customers in a polite and professional fashion.
• Attempt to limit problems related to guests’ excessive drinking by following established procedures.
• Process transactions using the POS system.
• Prepare checks and process payments for guests.
• Arrange glasses and bottles into attractive and functional displays.
• Maintain upkeep of the bar and its equipment during shift.
• Balance the cash register at the start and close of each shift.
• Monitor inventory, restock bars and request stock before par stock levels get low.
• Ensure bar opening and closing checklists are adhered to.
• Comply with all health, safety and hygiene standards and policies.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in high-end hotel bars, cocktail bars or restaurants.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Fluency in the English language.
• Numeracy and cash handling skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Attention to detail.
• Extensive knowledge of beverages.
• Good organizational skills.
• Team player.
• Communication skills.
• Willing to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Complimentary staff meals.
• Training and development programmes.
• Generous staff discount at ION restaurant.
• Birthday stay and complimentary meal at the hotel.