Bartender

Responsibility

To tend bar across Haddington House, delivering a premium drinks service, working closely with Front of House and Back of House colleagues and ensuring guest satisfaction, at all times.

Key Skills

Customer service – engaging with guests is a key part of this role and people skills are an important attribute

Sales – great bar tenders make suggestions to suit guests preferences and tastes which also provides a platform for upselling premium drink combinations

IT – ability to use EPOS along with excel to manage the drink audits and stocktaking

Stamina – the role is physical and requires good stamina to perform at the best of your ability

Communication – good verbal communication skills, not only for guests but also working in concert with the other bar leads and our kitchen

Key Tasks

  • Responsible for the operation and continued progression of the bar service across Haddington House

  • Deliver a consistently high level of customer service to each guest and position HH as a venue offering exceptional bar service

  • Drive sales growth YoY so the bars continue to provide a positive contribution to the net profit of the hotel

  • Ensure stock is monitored, waste is controlled & recorded, lines are efficiently managed and recipes/pouring volumes are adhered to

  • Participate in bar menu meetings so we keep our drinks menu fresh (and seasonal)

  • Participate in the the induction and training of new junior bar staff

  • Create new syrups, infusions and tinctures

  • Prepare all garnishes and continuously refresh the garnish station throughout each shift

  • Maintaining a clean and organised bar, ensuring fully stocked for all services

  • Ensure compliance with alcohol consumption and guest safety

  • Set the example for other team members on commitment, work ethic and positive attitude

  • Strong attention to detail is a prerequisite

Job Requirements

  • Located in Haddington House in Dún Laoghaire

  • Scheduled week is Mon-Sun but roster format is designed to allow for two days off in a row (unless operational issues dictate a change)

  • Six month probation period

Benefits

  1. Hotel culture around work/life balance, this is key to sustainable employment

  2. Complimentary staff food on each shift

  3. Training provided, based on skill set levels

  4. Staff discount on food in Oliveto

  5. Quality leadership team giving clear direction and encouraging progression

  6. Location by the sea, enabling staff to swim, cycle, run before or after work

Contact

Email careers@haddingtonhouse.ie with an up-to-date CV and short cover note.