Head Bartender

SUMMARY:
Position: Head Bartender
Location: Bantry Bay, Cape Town

The hotel bar is more than a place to enjoy a drink, it's where conversations begin, celebrations unfold, and unforgettable moments are created.
At The President Hotel, every cocktail, perfectly poured glass of wine, and genuine guest interaction contributes to an exceptional experience. As we continue our journey toward luxury, we are looking for an experienced Head Bartender to lead our bar team with confidence, creativity, and passion for service excellence.
If you thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, enjoy leading by example, and have a passion for mixology and creating memorable guest experiences, this role is for you.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

• Matric Certificate (Grade 12)
• Hospitality or Food & Beverage qualification (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Head Bartender, Senior Bartender, or Bar Supervisor within a 4-star or 5-star hotel, luxury restaurant, or high-volume hospitality environment
• Excellent knowledge of cocktails, premium spirits, wines, beers, and current beverage trends
• Experience using Micros Simphony or similar POS system advantageous
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Excellent guest engagement, sales, and upselling skills
• Sound understanding of stock control, beverage costing, ordering, and stock rotation
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service, HACCP, and food safety standards
• Ability to train, coach, and develop a high-performing bar team
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Professional grooming and presentation
• CV must be fully updated prior to submission

• Leading the daily operation of the hotel bar while delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Preparing and serving premium cocktails, wines, spirits, and beverages to the highest service standards
• Leading, coaching, motivating, and developing the bar team
• Creating memorable guest interactions through exceptional product knowledge and personalised service
• Recommending wines, spirits, cocktails, and premium beverages to enhance the guest experience
• Maintaining exceptional bar presentation, cleanliness, and luxury service standards throughout every shift
• Assisting with beverage menu development, cocktail innovation, and seasonal promotions
• Managing stock levels, ordering, stock counts, beverage costing, and minimising wastage
• Ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, HACCP, health and safety, and food safety standards
• Working closely with the Restaurant Managers, Food & Beverage leadership, and Kitchen teams to deliver seamless guest experiences
• Monitoring bar performance and driving beverage sales through effective upselling and service excellence
• Supporting The President Hotel's journey toward luxury through world-class beverage service and outstanding hospitality

• Be part of Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel
• Work in a high-volume, professional hotel environment
• Play a key role in our journey toward luxury
• Lead a passionate bar team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Engage with a diverse international hotel guest base
• Competitive salary, company contribution to medical and pension and great team culture