Mixologist/bartender

We at Bourke & Ward are searching for a mixologist/cocktail bartender to join our team and play a key part in the continued success of our establishment. We are a southern-Italian styled restaurant/bar situated in the heart of Sydneys CBD and officially opened our doors in August 2023. As an establishment we offer a fast-growing, exiting environment where you can make a real impact.

**Your responsibilities would consist of**:

- Serving cocktails, wine, beer, spirits and soft beverages.
- Engage enthusiastically with customers, understanding their preferences and reccomending personalised cocktails that cater to their specific taste.
- Maintaining a clean and tidy bar area by organising supplies and dealing with stock replenishment.
- Implement and maintain effective operational systems for food and beverage service to ensure a smooth running service.
- To encourage and maintain a positive work environment and be a fundamental part of the team.
- Ensure all compliance with all health and safety regulations and licensing requirements.
- Have a creative mindset and contribute to development of new bar menus including cocktails and to have a sound knowledge of which ingredients compliment each other. Creating new cocktails weekly and seasonal drinks and keeps up with trends.

**Desired qualifications and experience**:

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a mixologist is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge or a sound understanding and experience in bar operations and cocktail bartending.
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude with a passion for the industry.

**Benefits**
- No weekends, only Monday-Friday roster.
- Make a real impact on the success of a growing business.
- Opportunity and freedom to design your own cocktails weekly.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 35 per week

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Tips

**Experience**:

- Bartending: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- RSA (required)

Work Location: In person