A great opportunity to join as a Bar Manager at a Luxury 5 star hotel in Sicily

The ideal candidate has worked as Head Barman/Head Barlady or Bar Manager in a luxury hospitality environment for a few years (ideally also on international level), speaks Italian and English fluently, and is extremely passionate about Food and Beverage.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

– In charge of handling all aspects of the bar operation including but not limited to staffing, scheduling, training, health & safety, license management, inventory management, supplier relations and negotiations, menu development, and budgeting

– Assess that the bar has the organizational structure, processes and tools to deliver strategic priorities and targets

– Identify opportunities and develop solutions to enhance the performance from an LQA and guest experience perspective

– Elevate the bar menu, taking pride in the hotels and bar’s history, yet thinking progressively and developing new beverage concepts as appropriate

– Lead, train and coach the bar team towards achieving exceptional guest service

– Foster a culture of growth, development and performance within the department

– Assist in preparation of the bars budget

– Support projects across the business as required

– Ensure licenses are updated and in line with current legislation

– Comply with safe working practices, Health and Safety policy and ensure accidents/defects are reported immediately

Requirements

• Previous working experience within a luxury destination bar as Head Barman /Head Barlady or preferably as Bar Manager
• International work experience is desirable
• Extensive knowledge of quality spirits and wines
• Excellent understanding of both classic and modern cocktails, their recipes and history
• Demonstrate and be a role model of Belmond’s core behaviours
• Exceptional people-management skills to successfully manage and motivate the bar team
• Positive, cooperative, adaptable and with effective communication skills.
• Able to multi-task and work well with deadlines
• Strong computer literacy including knowledge of Microsoft tools
• Fluent in Italian and English, both written and verbal.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted