Bar Manager/Mixologist

Get ready for the vibrant charm of voco Gosford, coming to The Archibald precinct in 2025

At voco Gosford, modern elegance meets warm hospitality in the heart of the Central Coast.

Discover our 130 room hotel, featuring six vibrant and exciting hospitality venues; including a spacious 2000m2 modern Australian pub, a chic rooftop bar, a signature restaurant, a swim up pool bar, and two levels of rooftop conference and event space overlooking the stunning Brisbane Waters. At voco Gosford, we'll cater to both business and leisure guests, as well as provide a swanky new destination for locals to meet.

Take a splash of expert knowledge. Add a drizzle of pride. Pour over a passion for serving drinks and food to our guests' unique tastes. We're searching for a new Bartender with the perfect mix of skills to make every guest experience truly memorable.

At voco Gosford, we wont be just serving drinks — we are passionate about creating memorable experiences. Our rooftop bar will be known for its vibrant, chic atmosphere, polished service, and innovative beverage menu. We're looking for a skilled and creative Mixologist to join our team and help elevate our overall guest experience.

This is an exciting and rare opportunity to join our team during the pre-opening phase of a new hotel, that will look to be the changing face of the Central Coast.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:

• Craft classic cocktails and signature drinks with consistency and flair

• Engage guests with knowledge, charm, and a passion for mixology

• Stay up-to-date with current trends in spirits, garnishes, and presentation

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar

• Train all team members to ensure consistency on guest service delivery

• Collaborate with team on seasonal menus and specials

• Communicate with team any relevant feedback and changes

• Ensure responsible alcohol service and adhere to all safety and sanitation standards

• Deliver beverage service with finesse and precision, choreographed to meet the highest departmental standards—where every pour, placement, and gesture reflects the artistry of elevated guest experience.

• Develop departmental (beverage) standards and procedures to promote salesmanship, beverage creativity and profit

• Delivers prepared training sessions in line with a departmental monthly calendar.

• Making and presenting cocktails

• Coffee and tea is served hot and in accordance with standard

• Patron care standards are adhered to by ensuring:

• Cellar operations are carried out regularly to ensure quality, safety and stock control

• Design promotional material which is aimed at increasing revenue, covers and profit for the Bar with the approval of the Food and Beverage Manager

• Works with Superior in the preparation and management of the Department's budget

What we need from you

• Proven experience as a bartender or mixologist in a high-volume setting

• Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and bar equipment

• Creativity in crafting new drink recipes and presentations

• Excellent customer service and communication skills

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Certification in responsible alcohol service

• Must speak local language (s)  

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.

We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

So, join us and you'll become part of our hotel family.