Head Bartender

Discover the warm hospitality of Sofitel Dubai The Palm, a luxurious 5-star beachfront resort nested on the East Crescent of the renowned Palm Jumeirah.

Nestled amongst lush greenery on the idyllic shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sofitel Dubai The Palm offers a tropical and relaxing sanctuary, only a short distance away from the vibrant, buzzing metropolis of Dubai.

With  touches of French elegance interlaced throughout the resort, we invite guests to enjoy an environment “Where life lives” and indulge in excellence.

The resort comprises of 360 contemporary guest rooms and suites, 182 serviced apartments, 4 ultra-luxury villas, Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane, Fitness Centre, Kids Club and offers a large variety of dining options with 7 restaurants, 5 bars, and lounges.

We’re on the lookout for a Head Bartender to shake things up as part of our team. You'll be a key player in crafting our awesome beverage lineup and making our place a total hit. Your leadership, creativity behind the bar, and drive to excellence are what make our guests keep coming back for more.

What you’ll do…

• Provide clear guidance and direction to the bar team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Lead by example in crafting innovative and high-quality cocktails that align with our brand and what our customers love.
• Train bartenders on our unique recipes, mixing techniques, and presentation standards to ensure consistency in drink preparation and presentation.
• Team up with management to develop and update the cocktail menu, ensuring it reflects our brand identity and current beverage trends.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to make sure our drinks and food are a match made in heaven.
• Conduct regular inspections of the bar area and equipment to ensure everything's running smoothly.
• Oversee cash handling procedures, register reconciliation, keeping our records spot on.

What we’re looking for…

• Previous experience as Head Bartender with strong spirits knowledge.
• A natural people person – you’re confident behind the bar and brilliant with guests.
• You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.
• Your humble and open to ideas. We leave our egos at the door and help get it done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You want to be part of something bigger and have fun along the way.