Bartender

Mandarin Oriental, Doha is looking for a Bartender to join our Food & Beverage team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Doha is an intimate and stylish urban retreat, blending Qatari-influenced heritage with modern design. Located in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, within walking distance to Souq Waqif, Museum of Islamic Art and a short distance to the business district, West Bay.

**As**Bartender, you will be responsible for the following duties**:

- Have a good understanding of the outlet’s concept and food and beverage offerings and be able to verbally explain those to the guests
- Knowledge of mixing and matching ingredients to offer an outstanding selection of creative cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks, spirits, beers and wines and be able to garnish all drinks as per the given standards and explain their characteristics
- If necessary be able to personally interact and recommend suitable drinks for guest
- Handle effectively any kind of customer complaints being verbal or written and report to managers without fail
- Set up daily bar counter and ensure that mise en place and any other required ingredients and equipment are prepared to work as efficient as possible
- All bottles and ingredients should be set up as per the bar’s standard to assure they are in easy reach and facilitate effective service
- Assure that all beverages, such as wines or juices are fresh and in good order to be served
- Assist the Bar Supervisor and manager to create new mixed drinks and cocktails for promotional activity and new menus

**As Bartender**, we expect from you**:

- Experience as Bartender in a high volume restaurant with highest levels of service is preferred.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience working as bartender
- Ability to understand guest needs and to deliver superior customer service
- Ability to work long hours with a strong focus on operational excellence
- Familiar with restaurant point of sales and cashiering procedures is preferred
- Ability to prepare and suggest classic and innovative beverages
- Knowledge of Fine Dining service procedures and standards as well as casual dining procedures is preferred
- Ability to understand the flow of service and handle multiple tasks effectively is preferred

**Our commitment to you**
- Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
- MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
- Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
- Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.
- A competitive salary and benefits packages
- Transportation and Housing provided
- Relocation and Vacation Tickets