Head Bartender

The hotel bar is more than a place to enjoy a drink, it's where conversations begin, celebrations unfold, and unforgettable moments are created.

At The President Hotel, every cocktail, perfectly poured glass of wine, and genuine guest interaction contributes to an exceptional experience. As we continue our journey toward luxury, we are looking for an experienced Head Bartender to lead our bar team with confidence, creativity, and passion for service excellence.

If you thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, enjoy leading by example, and have a passion for mixology and creating memorable guest experiences, this role is for you.

Minimum Requirements

Matric Certificate (Grade 12)

Hospitality or Food & Beverage qualification (advantageous)

Minimum 3 years' experience as a Head Bartender, Senior Bartender, or Bar Supervisor within a 4-star or 5-star hotel, luxury restaurant, or high-volume hospitality environment

Excellent knowledge of cocktails, premium spirits, wines, beers, and current beverage trends

Experience using Micros Simphony or similar POS system advantageous

Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Excellent guest engagement, sales, and upselling skills

Sound understanding of stock control, beverage costing, ordering, and stock rotation

Knowledge of responsible alcohol service, HACCP, and food safety standards

Ability to train, coach, and develop a high-performing bar team

Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Professional grooming and presentation

CV must be fully updated prior to submission

What You'll Be Doing

Leading the daily operation of the hotel bar while delivering exceptional guest experiences

Preparing and serving premium cocktails, wines, spirits, and beverages to the highest service standards

Leading, coaching, motivating, and developing the bar team

Creating memorable guest interactions through exceptional product knowledge and personalised service

Recommending wines, spirits, cocktails, and premium beverages to enhance the guest experience

Maintaining exceptional bar presentation, cleanliness, and luxury service standards throughout every shift

Assisting with beverage menu development, cocktail innovation, and seasonal promotions

Managing stock levels, ordering, stock counts, beverage costing, and minimising wastage

Ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, HACCP, health and safety, and food safety standards

Working closely with the Restaurant Managers, Food & Beverage leadership, and Kitchen teams to deliver seamless guest experiences

Monitoring bar performance and driving beverage sales through effective upselling and service excellence

Supporting The President Hotel's journey toward luxury through world-class beverage service and outstanding hospitality

Why Join The President Hotel

Be part of Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel

Work in a high-volume, professional hotel environment

Play a key role in our journey toward luxury

Lead a passionate bar team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences

Engage with a diverse international hotel guest base

Competitive salary, company contribution to medical and pension and great team culture