Bartender

Location: Franschhoek
New fine-dining Restaurant at a Wine Estate close to Franschhoek is looking for a Bartender.

Duties:

Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for patrons
Interact with customers, take orders and serve drinks
Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
Mix and prepare ingredients for cocktails
Plan and present bar menu
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
Comply with all food and beverage regulations & ensure minimum losses
Maintain standards of hygiene and cleanliness in all bar areas
Check drinks presentations and temperature to make sure of its quality
Ensure everything in the bar is set-up and ready for service, including the coffee stations and all machines
Assist management in taking bar stock.

Requirements:

Grade 12
A formal qualification would be an advantage
Preferably 3+ years previous experience as a Barman in a high end or fine dining restaurant / hotel
Sound wine knowledge
Passionate about the hospitality industry
Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, written and verbal (in person and telephonic)
Strong customer service orientation with excellent people skills
Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with all departments