Female Bartender

Role & responsibilities Beverage Craft & Quality
Prepare and present classic and signature cocktails to Roohs recipes and specifications, consistent in taste, dilution, temperature and garnish. Lead cocktail preparation - mise en place, batching, infusions, syrups, cordials, spice tinctures and garnishes - fresh and to standard before each service. Contribute ideas to seasonal and signature menus that reflect Indian ingredients, spices and Rooh's philosophy of balance. Know the full list - spirits, liqueurs, wines, beers and zero-proof - including provenance, production and tasting profiles. Keep all glassware, tools and equipment clean, polished and in excellent working order.
2. Guest Experience & Pairing
Deliver warm, personalised, polished service at the bar and support beverage service on the floor. Explain each drink's ingredients, technique and story with confidence, adapting to the guest. Recommend wine, cocktail and zero-proof pairings that complement Indian flavours, spice levels and textures, guiding guests through Chef Priya's menu. Read the room, anticipate needs and handle feedback gracefully, escalating where appropriate; build rapport with regulars.
3. Bar Operations & Leadership
Execute opening and closing protocols in full: set-up, mise en place, par and equipment checks, cash/float handling, cleaning schedules, secure storage and handover logs. Take full charge of the bar in the Restaurant Manager's absence, making sound decisions on service flow, staffing and guest issues. Working alongside the existing Senior Bartender, supervise, coach and mentor bar staff and barbacks; lead pre-shift briefings on specials, menu changes and service focus. Onboard and train new team members on recipes, standards, product knowledge and etiquette; keep timing seamless with kitchen and floor.
4. Inventory, Cost Control & Systems
Run the POS accurately - orders, modifiers, voids, transfers, settlement and end-of-shift reports. Maintain par levels, count and rotate stock (FIFO); raise requisitions and check deliveries for quantity, quality and expiry. Control beverage cost through standard recipes, accurate pours and portioning, flagging variances. Keep accurate records of stock, wastage, breakages, spillage, transfers and complimentary beverages.
5. Compliance, Hygiene & Safety
Serve alcohol responsibly in line with UAE and Dubai licensing regulations, including age verification and refusing service where appropriate. Uphold Dubai Municipality food safety and HACCP standards; handle glass, ice and chemicals safely. Report maintenance issues, incidents and guest complaints promptly to the Restaurant Manager.
Preferred candidate profile
48 years of bar experience, including at least 2 years as a senior or lead bartender, ideally in fine dining, premium restaurants or luxury hotels. Adept in cocktail preparation from classic technique to modern methods (infusions, clarification, batching, fat-washing, etc.). Strong understanding of spirits and wines; WSET Level 2 or equivalent preferred. POS and inventory management know-how; proven at running opening/closing and managing the bar independently. Familiarity with Indian cuisine and spice profiles is a strong advantage. Valid food safety/hygiene certification (or willingness to obtain upon joining).
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