Head Bartender

About The First Group: Over the past two decades, The First Group has forged a reputation as one of the hospitality industry’s leading innovators, providing groundbreaking investment opportunities to clients and partners, while delivering exceptional, memorable experiences to hotel and leisure guests. Our corporate ethos and unique vision for the future of hospitality is encapsulated in our fast-growing portfolio of award-winning hotels and residences, exciting F&B outlets and lifestyle venues, and delivered through our array of complementary third-party hotel and asset management services.

Core to our vision for the future of hospitality is The First Collection, our award-winning hotel brand that reflects the rich culture, innovative spirit, and unparalleled refinement for which Dubai is famous for. The First Collection’s urban lifestyle resorts, situated in prime locations across Dubai, are renowned for their unique blend of world-class hospitality and modern flair, as well as their cutting-edge guest facilities and services, which include exclusive access to the stunning Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club, located on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah.

Every hotel in our fast-growing portfolio reflects our ambition to capture the essence of urban living, blending it seamlessly with the tranquillity of a serene getaway. The First Collection echoes the city’s heartbeat, ensuring all our guests are made to feel a part of the magnificent tapestry of Dubai, the world’s most exciting metropolis.

Job Summary:

As a bartender, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service while preparing and serving beverages to guests in the food and beverage industry. You will work closely with other team members to ensure that all guests have an enjoyable experience and all drinks are prepared to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet guests and take their drink orders
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Ensure that all drinks are made to the correct specification and presented beautifully
• Keep the bar area clean and well-stocked at all times
• Maintain a good knowledge of all beverages and be able to make recommendations to guests
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately
• Follow all safety and health regulations
• Ensure that the bar area is kept clean and presentable at all times
• Maintain inventory of supplies and restock as necessary

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience as a bartender in a restaurant or bar
• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks
• Good understanding of various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team
• Knowledge of safety and health regulations
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.