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Job Summary

A bartender is responsible for preparing and mixing all types of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, to the guests according to the prescribed service rules and standards. Prepare daily bar inventory and sales report. Handle cashiering tasks when assigned. They are responsible for turning over the sales and the report for the day to the General Cashier. Maintain clean and sufficient operating equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• To be responsible for serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to the guests according to the prescribed service rules and standards with emphasis on accuracy and speed.
• To be responsible for preparing and mixing all types of drinks and cocktails based on standardized recipes of drinks.
• To be responsible for the proper storage and safety of all the stocks in the bar.
• To be responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of the bar area, chillier, fringes, bar floor, storage areas and all equipment and tools inside the bar.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Restaurant Manager which leads to guest satisfaction and profit for the Hotel.
• Prepare Daily Bar Inventory and Sales Report, Inter-Transfer Report, Daily.
• Breakage/Spoilage/Spillage Report, Full Bottle Sales Report, Daily operating equipment inventory for the bar.
• Prepare Beverage Supplies, Operating Supplies and Food Supplies Requisition for the Bar.
• Maintain bar stock according to established par stock level and arranges requisitioned items according the appropriate storage condition of the specific wines and spirits.
• Maintain adequate bar supplies such as napkins, straws, cocktail picks, etc., arranges them neatly in the assigned areas.
• Maintain sufficient supply of ice in the ice bins for service hours.
• Maintain sufficient supplies of linen, rags, bar mats, etc., required in the bar.
• Handle cashiering tasks when assigned in Outlets with self-cashiering like Pool Side.
• Account for the sales of the outlet in the shift assigned.
• Validate guest orders in the guest check and competes for the total sales.
• Receive payment from guests.
• Prepare the Food and Beverage Cashier’s report for the outlet ensuring that the recorded sales and the amount of cash in the cash box tallies.
• To be responsible for turning over the sales and the report for the day to the Head Cashier.
• Maintain clean and sufficient operating equipment such as glassware, bar tools and equipment, chinaware, etc., required for service hours in the bar.
• Handle the orderly stocking of glassware and ensures adequate stock and inventory is maintained.
• Wash, clean and dry all glassware used in the bar.
• Conduct monthly inventory of the operating equipment in the bar.
• Clean and maintain the bar chillier and wine chillier daily.
• Check and control the temperature of the bar chillier and wine chillier.
• Chill and cool sufficient beverage supplies at the appropriate serving temperature before service hours.
• Mix and prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according the standardized recipes of the drinks.
• Set-up the bar according to standard counter top set-up before service hours.
• To be responsible for the preparation of all mise-en-place before the service hours.
• Prepare all the garnishing for the drinks.
• Prepare sugar syrup required for drink preparation.
• Prepare fruit juices required for mixing cocktails.
• Prepare coffee and tea set-up to speed up service during peak hours.
• Serve the different types of wine according to the appropriate standards.
• Store the wine appropriately and controlling the temperature of the storage area
• Perform the sequence of service, like all the other service attendants.
• To be capable of suggestive selling to boost the sales of wines and spirits in the bar.
• Participate in association and club membership related to bar/cocktails and wines to update knowledge on latest service style and products, as well as promoting the image of bar.
• Communicate to the guest in selling the products and service of the outlet.
• Establish and maintain good relations with co-colleagues within the department and with other department.
• Assist, as required, co-colleagues within the department and other departments in the performance of duties and responsibilities to attain quality product and service for the Hotel.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.
• At least vocational diploma in any discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years in hospitality business, preferably in a bartending role.
• Knowledgeable in various kinds of beverages and cocktails.
• Computer literate
• Pleasant personality with good communication and interpersonal skills

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Job Summary

Ensure the smooth running of all outlets within and that budgeted sales and profit margins are achieved; ensure the monitoring, maintaining and improving of standards is continuous.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Compliance to workplace policies, rules, procedures and standards

• Be familiar with workplace policies, rules, procedures and standards.
• Upgrade and implement new policies and procedures as and when required from time to time.

Finance                                                                  

• Monitor and maintain all selling prices throughout the F&B Department.
• Ensure that all Food & Beverage stock takes are done bi-monthly and according to procedure.
• Where necessary implement action plans for areas that show stock shortages.
• Coordination of accurate and procedural Service Charge distributions as per agreed Policy and    

Procedure

• Continually monitor & update Monthly Forecasts (PIM) to ensure maximum profitability.
• Assist in checking costing and monitoring Cost Control for the entire Food & Beverage Department
• Quarterly Market Related Pricing research and recommendations
• Maximizing Food & Beverage Profitability in the outlets

Performance Management

• To co-ordinate the appointment, development and appraisal of all Food & Beverage associates.
• To assist with all Human Resources related functions, which include Industrial Relations and Training.
• Investigate and address cases of misconduct and incapacity.
• Handling of Individual Disciplinary Hearings and Grievances.
• Continuously monitor that disciplinary and grievance action are consistently applied through all F&B Departments.
• Conflict Handling amongst associates and management
• Participate in Employee Motivational Projects.
• Monitor staff’s compliance to Job Profiles.
• Meetings with Staff and Management
• To ensure application of the Companies Labour Relations Policy.
• Assess efficiency of Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and amend if necessary.
• Assist in completion of monthly performance appraisals.
• Assist with objective setting for associates.
• Identify top achievers in outlets
• Participate in Active Decision Making Process with associates
• Monitor full Job Flexibility amongst all outlets
• Improve Communication between all outlets

Operation Performance and Planning

• Ensure each service period achieves 95% result upon Mystery guest Audit
• In conjunction with the Executive Chef co-ordinate the activities of all Kitchen activities.
• In conjunction with Executive Chef and Chief Steward, ensure hygiene standards are maintained
• Co-ordinate overall planning of Food Production.
• Ensure effective Communication with other Departments.
• Identify Training Needs.
• To drive maximum profitability and effectiveness whilst maintaining high standards.
• Control Operating Equipment relating to F&B operations.
• Ensure that Health and Safety Rules and Regulations are adhered to, based on minimum requirements as law determines
• Ensure regular Departmental Meetings are held.
• Maintaining of operational standards and the development thereof.
• Monitoring, Reporting and Resolving of guest complaints and providing guest feedback. All complaints are to communicated to the F&B Director
• Perform any other reasonable requests and duties required by the F&B Management

Equipment

• At all times ensure that all F&B operational equipment are in good working order.
• Liaise with Maintenance with regards to preventative maintenance of all F&B operating equipment.

Customer service

• Liaise with the Executive Chef on a daily basis ensuring a high standard of quality presentation of all food items through the Food Department.
• Ensure that all Beverage Departments are standardised with regards to service to guests.
• Ensure that on-going promotions throughout the F&B Department take place increasing F&B revenues.
• Create a rapport with all customers on an on-going basis.
• Ensure that the highest standard of customer service by all staff is maintained at all times.
• Assist whenever required with improving customer requests.

Marketing/Promotions

• Effective Yield Management to be applied in conference and Banqueting department
• Promotional Planning
• Special Package Development
• Input in Compilation of Seasonal, weekly and Weekend Entertainment Program's.
• Collect and record guest feedback and build guest database to be used in advertising and marketing.

Time Management

• Ensure staff is rostered according to business levels.
• Monitor Associate Transport
• Manage working hours and attendance of staff.
• Assist in monitoring off days for HOD’s.
• Monitor scheduled leave and control Leave Liability for all Outlets.
• Monitor Family Responsibility, and Sick Leave.
• Monitor time and attendance and highlight and take action against abuse of sick leave or absenteeism and bring this to the attention of F&B management.

Training and Development

• Identify training and development and operational needs of all F&B Supervisors and staff, and develop programmes required.
• Do development interviews quarterly with associates assisting HOD’s in identifying their staff needs (highlight training needs, decide on plan of action and track progress).  Forward signed copies to HR.
• Ensure training and development and other F&B related training needs are done in conjunction with the Training Department.
• Monitor and ensure that all Time Books as well as Payroll is up to date and accurately completed.
• Continually monitor all leave through the Department thereby ensuring up to date records on all staff.
• Ensure that regular meetings are held with all staff within the Department.
• Ensure that the highest standard of appearance of all F&B staff are maintained at all times i.e.
• Uniforms, wearing of jewellery, personal hygiene etc.
• Assess compliance to standards and complete on-the-job guidance /training to address gaps.
• Problem Solving, Own the Problem attitude (Empowerment)
• On Job Training and cross training of Assistant Outlet Managers and Supervisors

General

• Liaise with Ops Surveillance regularly checking that all operational procedures are being adhered to.
• Where necessary ensure corrective action is taken for F&B staff.
• Once an investigation is complete, liaise with Surveillance and ensure correct follow up is taken.
• Ensure that all F&B stock is secured according to procedure at all times.
• Ensure that a weekly health and hygiene inspection takes place incorporating all food outlets, BOH areas, bars liaising with the health and safety department and kitchen.
• Ensure that a weekly cleaning programme for all F&B outlets is in place and follow up on a regular basis.  Liaise with Public Areas where necessary.
• In conjunction with the Chef and Chief Steward, ensure that the BOH areas are hygienically maintained standard in accordance with health regulations.
• Liaise with contractors ensuring contract agreements are maintained and do spot checks when required.
• Be on hand during peak hours to monitor standards of service and presentation complies with the agreed policies and procedures, ensuring the highest degree of guest satisfaction.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively and respectfully to guests on all levels.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully to all members of staff.
• Multi task and prioritize your work.
• Understand timing of dishes and order your food accordingly.
• Read tables and understand guests’ needs and dislikes.
• Take orders correctly and communicate them to the relevant sections.
• Follow up your orders.
• Communicate effectively with all BOH areas & colleagues
• Carry trays confidently and comfortably.
• Carry plates confidently and comfortably.
• Have full knowledge of the food menu.
• Have a full knowledge on the beverage menu
• Be confident & capable in handling umbrellas / loungers and all pool related equipment

Throughout the shift you must also be checking the following: -

• Stations that need clearance.
• Other Waiters that may need your assistance.
• Empty glasses on tables.
• Empty plates on tables.
• Guests that may need assistance.
• Drinks that need to be picked up from the bar.
• Dishes that need to be picked up from the kitchen.
• Table maintenance & sequence of service need to be strictly adhered to.
• Report to your superior if you notice a guest that may be under 18yrs of age and are ordering or drinking alcoholic beverages.
• Reporting any guests who are suspected to be external non-hotel guests.
• Perform all necessary daily & weekly duties to standard.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Fluent in written and spoken English, other languages a distinctive advantage
• To be able work well under pressure and able to work shifts
• 2 years’ experience in a similar capacity
• To be able to communicate effectively and do multi tasks
• Strong beverage knowledge