Bartender

Mar 14, 2025
Lancashire
Full Time
Cruise Academy
Skills
Restaurant Experience • Time Management • Aloha POS • Hospitality Experience • Bartending • Basic Math • Guest Relations Experience • POS • Serving Experience • Upselling • Computer Literacy • Cash Handling
The Role
Restaurant Experience • Time Management • Aloha POS • Hospitality Experience • Bartending • Basic Math • Guest Relations Experience • POS • Serving Experience • Upselling • Computer Literacy • Cash Handling

Overview:
We are seeking experienced and talented Bartenders to join theteam onboard a dynamic and fastpaced cruise ship. The ideal candidate will have exceptional bartending skills a passion for customer service and the ability to create memorable experiences for guests. This role requires a minimum of two years of bartending experience aboard a large busy ship with a focus on delivering highquality service in a diverse international environment. If you have a passion for mixology and enjoy life at sea wed love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and serve a wide variety of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages to guests in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
  • Provide excellent customer service ensuring guest satisfaction through prompt courteous and efficient service.
  • Operate and manage the bar area maintaining cleanliness organization and adherence to health and safety standards.
  • Engage with guests offering beverage recommendations and explaining menu items when required.
  • Manage stock levels including performing regular inventories restocking and ensuring proper storage of ingredients.
  • Operate the bar POS system efficiently.
  • Collaborate with the bar team to develop and introduce new cocktails utilizing flair bartending techniques and/or molecular mixology as required.
  • Support and train the Bar Serversfostering a positive and professional work environment.
  • Adhere to all shipboard and company regulations including those pertaining to health safety and sanitation.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years of bartending experience onboard a large busy cruise ship (nonnegotiable).
  • Proficient in creating a wide range of cocktails and other beverages with knowledge of modern and classic recipes.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.
  • Experience with flair bartending techniques and molecular mixology is a distinct advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on delivering exceptional guest service.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fastpaced highvolume environment.
  • Strong attention to detail cleanliness and organization.
  • Availability to work varied shifts seven days a week.
  • Must meet all maritime medical and safety requirements for working at sea.