Senior Bartender | Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah

Job Description - Senior Bartender | Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah ()

Waldorf Astoria The Palm, Palm Jumeirah Road, Crescent East, Dubai, Abu Dhabi 01

The Senior Bartender plays a pivotal role in delivering an exceptional guest experience at our luxury hotel bar. This position is responsible for crafting premium beverages, maintaining the highest standards of service and presentation, and leading by example to ensure an engaging and sophisticated atmosphere. The Senior Bartender supports the Outlet Manager in daily operations, supervises junior team members, and contributes to menu innovation and guest satisfaction.

What will I be doing?

Engage guests during their visit, receive and serve orders, and ensure brand service standards are met to the highest quality. Specific responsibilities include:

• Prepare and serve a wide range of cocktails, wines, spirits, and non‑alcoholic beverages to the highest standards.
• Provide personalized recommendations and engage with guests to create memorable bar experiences.
• Ensure consistency in beverage quality, presentation, and service.
• Maintain bar mise‑en‑place, cleanliness, and hygiene in compliance with hotel standards and local regulations.
• Manage stock levels, requisitions, and par levels efficiently.
• Supervise and guide bartenders during service.
• Support training and development of new team members, ensuring product knowledge and service excellence.
• Lead by example in upholding brand values, grooming standards, and guest engagement expectations.
• Contribute to the development of new cocktails and seasonal beverage menus that reflect current trends and the bar’s concept.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of mixology techniques, premium spirits, and luxury beverage offerings.
• Participate in hotel promotions, events, and activations.
• Ensure accurate billing and cash handling procedures.
• Monitor beverage costs and wastage, proposing measures to improve efficiency.
• Comply with all licensing laws, health and safety, and responsible service of alcohol guidelines.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Bartender in a luxury hotel or high‑end bar environment.
• Strong mixology skills with a proven track record of creating innovative cocktails.
• Flexibility in hours as you will be working rostered shifts, especially on weekends.
• Exceptional personal presentation and communication skills.
• Flexibility to respond quickly and positively to a range of work situations.
• Passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service.

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.

And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!