Bartender

Overview

The Bartender / Barista is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality coffee, specialty
beverages, mocktails, and other beverages in accordance with approved recipes, hotel standards, and
guest preferences. The position is responsible for educating and assisting guests with the beverage
menu, making recommendations, promoting special items, taking orders, maintaining high standards of
service and presentation, and ensuring an efficient and professional beverage operation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso-based beverages, specialty drinks, teas, mocktails, fresh beverages, and other non-alcoholic drinks according to approved recipes and service standards.
• Ensure consistency in beverage quality, taste, temperature, portioning, and presentation.
• Be fully knowledgeable about all beverage products, ingredients, recipes, preparation methods, and available special
•  Maintain a thorough understanding of coffee preparation techniques, brewing methods, beverage ingredients, and garnishing standards.
•  Prepare mise en place and complete all required opening, closing, and side duties.
•  Ensure that all required garnishes, ingredients, and operating supplies are prepared and available before the start of service.
• Monitor operating supplies and stock levels to minimize shortages, spoilage, and wastage.
•  Apply the FIFO method (First In, First Out) to ensure proper stock rotation and efficient product utilisation.
•  Maintain the bar and beverage preparation areas in a clean, organized, stocked, and hygienic condition.
• Ensure coffee machines, grinders, blenders, and other beverage equipment are properly cleaned, maintained, and used according to operational procedures.
•  Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance requirements, or operational concerns to the direct supervisor.
•  Comply with all food safety, hygiene, sanitation, health, and safety standards.
• Maintain professional grooming and comply with the approved dress code during working hours.