Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is looking for a Bartender to join our Food & Beverage - Sand & Koal team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognized for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is the definition of an unrivalled Arabian fantasy. From a 1.3km pristine private beach, landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking a natural bay, the hotel is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or for events and meetings that make a statement, with some of the city’s largest hotel conference centers. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi offers award-winning 5-star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences with 390 luxurious rooms and suites along with award-winning culinary cuisines.

About the job

Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi within the Food & Beverage Department, the Bartender is responsible for serving food and beverages to the guests at the restaurant, providing a courteous, professional, efficient, and flexible service consistent with the standards of the hotel in order to encourage sales and offer outstanding guest experience. The Bartender reports to the Bar Manager/ Assistant Restaurant Manager.

As a Bartender, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Have an excellent understanding of classic cocktails, their recipes and history.
• Mixes alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to guests’ requests
• Have an understanding of food in general, ingredients and preparations to ensure the right drinks, cocktails and spirit can be recommended.
• Knowledgeable of the preparation of a large number of classic cocktails and all standard long drinks.
• Control stocks, produce efficient costing of cocktails and spirits as well as perform excellent recommendations to guests.
• Collecting beverages from the storeroom
• Cleans bar areas, prepare correct garnishes and mise-en-place
• Maintains bar stock in accordance with established standards
• Ensures security of beverage stock in the bar using key control procedures
• Controls beverage consumption of guests and stops serving when necessary
• Polishes glasses and respects all hygiene rules in serving beverages
• Promote up-selling at all levels and by personal efforts through guests’ contacts
• Ensure a flawless service to the highest standards and as required by the department and the hotel

As a Bartender, we expect from you: 

• A hotel & hospitality management diploma or degree is a plus
• Previous experience in a luxury standalone restaurant
• Knowledge of beverages and cocktail recipes
• Be able to develop new recipes based on guest requests
• Good communication skills

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.

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