Job Description – Handcrafted Cocktail Bartender

Department: Food & Beverage – Bar
Position: Handcrafted Cocktail Bartender
Reports To: Bar Supervisor / Bar Manager
Location: Hotel / Resort
Employment Type: Full-Time

1. Position Summary

The Handcrafted Cocktail Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality classic, contemporary, and signature cocktails while delivering exceptional guest service. The role requires strong knowledge of spirits, cocktail techniques, ingredients, presentation, hygiene, and responsible alcohol service.

The bartender is expected to maintain consistency in taste and presentation while creating a welcoming and professional bar experience for hotel guests.

2. Key Responsibilities

- Prepare classic, contemporary, and handcrafted cocktails according to approved hotel recipes and standards.
- Demonstrate proficiency in cocktail techniques including shaking, stirring, muddling, straining, layering, and appropriate glass preparation.
- Accurately measure spirits, liqueurs, syrups, bitters, juices, and other cocktail ingredients.
- Prepare fresh garnishes, house-made syrups, infusions, shrubs, and other cocktail components as required.
- Maintain consistency in cocktail taste, dilution, temperature, appearance, and presentation.
- Recommend cocktails and beverages based on guest preferences.
- Provide knowledgeable and engaging descriptions of cocktails, spirits, and ingredients.
- Maintain excellent guest interaction and personalized service.
- Ensure responsible service of alcoholic beverages in accordance with hotel policies and applicable laws.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the bar, equipment, glassware, workstations, and storage areas.
- Check the quality and freshness of fruits, herbs, juices, mixers, and other ingredients.
- Monitor stock levels and communicate replenishment requirements to the supervisor.
- Follow proper storage, labeling,



and handling procedures for perishable and house-made ingredients.
- Minimize wastage and maintain proper portion control.
- Operate bar equipment safely and report damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Assist with bar opening, mise en place, service, and closing procedures.
- Maintain accurate records for wastage, breakage, requisitions, and other required documentation.
- Support beverage promotions, cocktail menus, events, and special guest requests.
- Maintain knowledge of current cocktail trends, spirits, techniques, and hospitality standards.
- Work closely with the service team, kitchen, and management to ensure smooth operations.

3. Guest Service Responsibilities

- Greet and acknowledge guests warmly and professionally.
- Understand guest preferences and provide suitable cocktail recommendations.
- Handle guest requests, feedback, and complaints professionally.
- Maintain an appropriate level of conversation and engagement without compromising service efficiency.
- Create a memorable and personalized beverage experience.
- Ensure drinks are served promptly and presented according to hotel standards.

4. Required Skills and Competencies

- Strong knowledge of classic and modern cocktails.
- Good understanding of spirits, liqueurs, bitters, wines, beers, mixers, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Excellent knowledge of cocktail preparation techniques.
- Good palate and understanding of flavor balance.
- Strong presentation and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Guest-focused attitude with professional grooming.




- Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods.
- Positive teamwork and coordination skills.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and responsible alcohol service.
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the shift.

5. Education and Experience

- Diploma or certificate in Hotel Management, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience as a bartender in a luxury hotel, resort, fine-dining restaurant, cocktail bar, or premium hospitality environment is preferred.
- Experience with handcrafted and signature cocktails is an advantage.
- Knowledge of international cocktail standards and bar operations is desirable.

6. Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

- Passionate about cocktails and hospitality.
- Creative and willing to learn new techniques.
- Confident, courteous, and approachable.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional in appearance and conduct.
- Committed to maintaining luxury hospitality standards.

7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance may be evaluated based on:

- Cocktail quality and recipe consistency.
- Guest satisfaction and positive feedback.
- Speed and efficiency of service.
- Beverage sales and suggestive selling.
- Beverage wastage and portion control.
- Hygiene and bar cleanliness.
- Compliance with hotel SOPs.
- Inventory and stock-control accuracy.
- Teamwork and professional conduct.

8. Working Conditions

The position requires prolonged standing, frequent movement, handling of glassware and bar equipment, and working during busy service periods. The bartender may be required to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and special events according to hotel operational requirements.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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