Head Bartender

The Hyatt Centric is delighted to invite applicants for the position of Head Bar Tender with Cocktail Experience.

This is a unique opportunity to showcase your bar & service skills with a new Brand to the Irish Market. Working within the highly respected Hodson Bay Group, and with the impressive support of the Hyatt Partnership, explore this exciting journey with us in introducing and establishing the Hyatt Centric, The Liberties Dublin, as a leading hotel in the Capital.

The Hyatt Centric is delighted to be part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme and was recently certified as A Great Place to Work. Take the journey with us to discover who you are and what you can achieve.

Role responsibilities include:

• Recruit, train, and supervise bar team members
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for bar team members
• Ensure exceptional customer service is provided to customers
• Address customer complaints and resolve issues efficiently
• Oversee preparation and serving of beverages, including cocktails and coffees
• Create and update drink menus
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Handle cash transactions and ensure accurate cash handling procedures
• Ensure the bar area is clean, organised, and complies with health and safety regulations
• Assist with food service when necessary
• Upselling food & beverage and cross-selling across the hotel and group such as rooms and packages

The ideal candidate:

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in a busy bar in a supervisory or management role
• Mixologist/cocktail experience is essential for this role
• Previous experience in a cocktail bar or 4/5* hotel will be a distinct advantage
• Available to work up to full time hours is essential
• Available for evenings and weekends is essential
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and team management abilities
• Reliable, dedicated and passionate about delivering high levels of service
• Fluent English