Primary Responsibilities
Bar Operation and Beverage Production
- Develop and craft original cocktails using various spirits, syrups, bitters, garnishes, and innovative techniques.
- Customize drinks to suit individual customer preferences, dietary restrictions, or thematic events.
- Experiment with new ingredients and preparation methods to create innovative beverages.
- Maintain a clean, organized bar area, ensuring efficient stock rotation and ingredient replenishment.
- Ensure that the bar is fully stocked with high-quality spirits, ingredients, and equipment.
- Operate advanced bar tools and techniques, such as muddling, shaking, stirring, garnishing, and layering, for superior drink preparation.
Collaboration and Networking
- Foster collaborative working relationships with colleagues and supervisors to maintain a positive working environment.
Inventory Management
- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies as necessary, and maintain a well-stocked bar with high-quality ingredients, spirits, and equipment.
- Perform daily inventory checks, ensuring proper stock levels and managing stock rotation.
- Assist with the disposal of expired or unused stock in accordance with company policies.
Quality Control and Guest Experience
- Ensure beverage production meets outlet standards and recipes, maintaining quality and freshness.
- Identify opportunities to upsell and enhance guest experiences.
- Maintain efficiency in bar counter work, pantry, and service preparations.
Support and Training
- Assist in hosting and floor service duties as needed.
- Perform opening and closing shift responsibilities.
- Participate in daily line-ups and training activities as assigned by superiors.
- Support colleagues in other restaurants and bars as requested.
- Foster collaborative working relationships with colleagues and supervisors.
- Any other duties assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum Diploma in Food & Beverage/Hospitality Management or equivalent
- Preferably 5 years’ experience in bars, restaurants, or luxury establishments is required.
- Possess problem-solving skills, creative with an eye for detail, team-oriented management approach, and capability to build cross-departmental relationships. Must be well-organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Administrative knowledge of F&B operations and proficiency in Microsoft Office, computer systems, and POS systems.