Saikindō Bartender

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Saikindō is a bold, Japanese-inspired music and mixology bar located at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island. The concept blends authentic traditions with modern creativity, offering a unique experience through curated music, innovative cocktails, and elevated service.

Every element—from design to guest journey—has been crafted to deliver a memorable, high-end experience with each visit. Joining the opening team means being part of a groundbreaking venue set to redefine luxury nightlife in the region.

•     Prepare and serve a selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks from the menu while ensuring proper pouring, mixing, and blending according to established recipes and established Four Seasons Standards.
•    Serve a variety of beverages and have excellent knowledge of the beverage menu;
•    Develop complete knowledge of all products offered by the bar such as wines, cocktails, beers, Armagnacs, cognacs, spirits and all other beverages.
•    Perform all opening and closing tasks at the bar; be able to set-up tables as per required standards.
•    Have detailed knowledge of all menu items whether it be food or beverages.

•    Tidy up and clean bar area during service hours.
•    Ensure bar is properly stocked at all times and that opening and closing tasks are executed.
•    Immediately report all incidents or atypical situations to the Saikindō Beverage Director and Head Bartender.
•    Confirm guest orders including any special needs or requests from the lounge server using the hotel’s point-of-sales system; check completed orders with the guest’s original order.

•    Anticipate guest needs, ascertain satisfaction, and offer suggestions, and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests.
•    Communicate with guest and employees using a positive and clear speaking voice. Listen to understand requests respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.

•    Assist with bar inventory.
•    Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by the Saikindō Floor Manager, Saikindō Beverage Director, Asst. Director of F&B and Hotel Manager.

•    One to two years’ previous experience as Bartender in Food & Beverage outlet.
•    College education or equivalent experience;
•    Previous employment experience in a similar position with other luxury Hotels will be an added advantage
•    Ability to pour, mix, and blend a wide variety, of wines, spirits, and missed drinks. 
•    Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.

•    Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
•    Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.
•    Previous employment experience in a similar position with other luxury Hotels will be an added advantage
•    Ability to proactively anticipate and prioritize the needs of the guest.
•    Energetic and professional approach to his/her craft.

• This is a full-time position