Job Title:
Senior Bartender
Location:
Cliff at Lyons, County Kildare, Ireland
Reports To:
Bar Manager
Job Overview:
Cliff at Lyons, a luxury country retreat in County Kildare, is seeking a skilled and passionate Senior Bartender with a focus on cocktail crafting to join our vibrant bar team. You will oversee daily bar operations, craft and serve exceptional cocktails, and provide outstanding guest experiences in an elegant environment. Your mixology expertise and leadership skills will elevate our drink service, ensuring memorable visits for our guests.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cocktail Creation & Mixology: Design, create, and perfect innovative and seasonal cocktails using advanced techniques and seasonal ingredients to ensure high-quality drinks tailored to guest preferences.
2. Guest Experience: Provide personalized service by recommending and crafting drinks based on guest tastes, maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor.
3. Leadership & Training: Mentor junior staff, ensure high service standards, and promote a positive team environment. Keep team updated on recipes, techniques, and standards.
4. Bar Operations: Manage inventory, order supplies, maintain stock levels, and control waste. Keep the bar clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
5. Guest Engagement & Upselling: Engage with guests, offer personalized recommendations, and upsell premium beverages, demonstrating extensive knowledge of wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic options.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
* Extensive Cocktail Knowledge: Ability to create both classic and innovative cocktails with high standards, including experience with molecular mixology or advanced techniques is advantageous.
* Leadership Skills: Proven experience managing or supervising a bar team, motivating staff, and leading by example.
* Customer Service Excellence: Passion for delivering excellent service and engaging guests in a high-end environment.
* Experience in a Luxury Setting: Background working in luxury hotels, restaurants, or bars, with attention to high-end service standards.
* Adaptability & Time Management: Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills.
* Fluency in English: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
If you are a seasoned bartender, we want to hear from you! Apply now and bring your expertise to create unforgettable guest experiences at Cliff at Lyons.
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