Head Bartender
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Occupation
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Location
- Manama, Capital Governorate, BH
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Apply by
- May 07, 2027
About this role
We are currently looking for adynamic, passionate, and self-motivated Food & Beverage professionalwho is ready to take the next step in their hospitality career.
As aHead Bartender, you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional beverage experience while leading by example and maintaining the highest standards of service, quality, and hospitality. With your creativity, beverage knowledge, and engaging personality, you will create memorable guest experiences while supporting the team in maximizing guest satisfaction and revenue.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver professional and personalized beverage service in accordance with the hotel’s established standards.
- Lead by example and ensure the bar team consistently provideswarm, efficient, and engaging service.
- Prepare and serve a wide range of beverages and cocktails while maintaining consistency inquality, presentation, and taste.
- Conduct regular training and coaching sessions for the bar team, includingbeverage knowledge, cocktail preparation, pouring techniques, presentation, and upselling.
- Ensure the timely setup of all bar areas and completion ofmise en placeprior to opening and throughout operations.
- Introduce and recommendcreative, innovative, and trend-led beverage offeringsthat enhance the guest experience.
- Actively promote beverages and apply effectiveupselling techniquesto maximize sales and revenue opportunities.
- Monitor the efficient use of products and resources while minimizing wastage, breakage, and unnecessary costs.
- Prepare and processstore and bar requisitions, ensuring adequate stock levels for daily operations.
- Monitor the quality, availability, and presentation of beverages and bar supplies.
- Handle guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally, escalating matters to the appropriate manager when required.
- Maintain the highest standards ofcleanliness, hygiene, organization, and food safetythroughout the bar and service areas.
- Build positive relationships with guests and colleagues through acourteous, professional, and approachable manner.
- Support smooth daily bar operations, particularly during peak periods, and work closely with the wider Food & Beverage team.
- Contribute to creating memorable experiences and delivering“Treasured Time”for every guest.
Requirements
Education, Qualifications & Experience
You should ideally have adiploma in Hospitality Managementor relevant vocational training inFood & Beverage, with a minimum oftwo years of experience in bar operations, preferably within a hotel, high-volume restaurant, or upscale bar environment.
An excellent command ofEnglishis essential, together with strongguest service, communication, and interpersonal skills. You should have sound knowledge ofwines, spirits, liquors, cocktails, and beverage preparation techniques, along with confident bartending and presentation skills.
Previous experience in ateam-leading or supervisory capacitywill be a definite advantage, particularly in coaching team members and supporting smooth daily bar operations.
Knowledge & Competencies
The ideal candidate will be awell-presented, confident, and engaging hospitality professionalwith a genuine passion for beverages, people, and exceptional service.
You should behands-on, proactive, charismatic, and approachable, with the ability to create positive connections with both guests and colleagues. You will be comfortable working in afast-paced environment, remain calm and professional under pressure, and thrive as part of a multicultural team.
You should possess the following key competencies:
- Understanding Hotel Operations
- Effective Communication
- Planning for Business
- Supervising People
- Understanding Differences
- Supervising Operations
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Customer Focus
- Drive for Results