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Head Bartender

Head Bartender

Roxburghe Hotel Golf and SpaKelso, UK
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced

Head Bartender to join the Food & Beverage team at SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel. This is a permanent, full-time position , working 5 days over 7. You must be over 18 years old for this position and available to work evenings and weekends.

We offer a competitive salary, plus gratuities

  • and excellent employee benefits .
  • Gratuities (tips) are an additional charge added onto services and are paid to all employees on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role. The amount is not guaranteed and is depended on service charge paid.

The Head Bartender will support the day-to-day running of the bar at SCHLOSS Roxburghe and ensure the smooth delivery of service to create an exceptional and memorable food and beverage experience. As Head Bartender & Mixologist, your creative flair, energy, and passion for beverage will create superior beverage experiences for our guests.

Your Key Responsibilities :

  • Work in partnership with other Managers to execute the smooth and flawless operation of the Bar.
  • Adhere to liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
  • Complete all bartender duties when necessary.
  • Develop a complete working knowledge of the menu items and their ingredients and preparation.
  • Develop a complete working knowledge of all products served in the bar.
  • Ensure that all details of service are performed by the bartenders to expected standards and that every guest receives the highest quality of service in line with Schloss Roxburghe standards.
  • Train bartenders and service team to ensure beverage knowledge and service levels are to standard.
  • Drive cocktail menu changes to ensure fresh, innovative, and seasonally accurate cocktails are available on the menu.
  • Delight our guests by offering a trend setting and innovative product, contributing to sales activities and maximizing revenues.
  • Assist with beverage procurement and beverage costing.
  • Ensure beverage costings are accurate, maximising GOPs.
  • Contribute to shift briefings as required as well as lead staff training sessions for all beverage products.
  • Complete product requisitions accurately and maintain bar beverage inventory control.
  • Ensure all bartender checks are closed and guest billing is accurate at all times.
  • Monitor bar opening and closing duties and completed daily to standard by bartenders.
  • Your Knowledge & Capabilities :

  • You are enthusiastic and have a positive personality with the ability to build genuine and relationships.
  • You are incredibly motivated and take pride in your work.
  • You have a passion for and understanding of 5-star hospitality and delivering exceptional guest service.
  • You have strong organisational and leadership qualities.
  • You have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels.
  • You are confident in handling guest complaints.
  • You can work well under pressure in a fast paced and changing environment.
  • Proven Experience / Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 2-years experience in Food & Beverage or the hospitality industry
  • Previous experience within bar environments is essential and a fast-paced working environment.
  • Experience, knowledge and understanding in the luxury hospitality industry.
  • Excellent command of English and additional skills, like guest service and interpersonal are essentials.
  • Flamboyant and bar tending skills coupled with thorough knowledge about all types of wines, liquor and cocktails are an advantage.
  • Previous experiences in leadership and supervisory roles are a definite plus.
  • Your Employee Benefits :

  • Share of gratuities on a pro-rata basis
  • 30 days paid holiday after 1 year of service
  • 50% discount on food & beverage for Employee and up to 4 guests
  • 30% discount in our Pro Shop
  • Free meals whilst on shift
  • Free golf membership
  • Free on-site parking
  • Recommend a friend scheme
  • Quarterly recognition programme
  • Employee and Family rates and discounts in Hyatt hotel upon availability
  • Employee discounts at our 12.18 Hotel Collection
  • Access to exclusive perks, offers, and discounts on our colleague platform
  • LifeWorks employee assistance program, offering support and confidential advice for you and your family when you need it most
  • Access to wellbeing articles, podcasts, tools and resources
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