Seasonal Bartender

Pepperclub Hotel | Cape Town

The Seasonal Bartender at Pepperclub Hotel is charismatic, professional, and guest-focused, with a refined understanding of mixology, beverage service, and hospitality standards. This role plays a key part in creating memorable guest experiences across our bars, restaurants, and events.
As an ambassador of Pepperclub’s RAISE values — Responsibility, Accountability, Integrity, Service, and Excellence — the Bartender ensures every drink served reflects the precision, creativity, and warmth our guests expect.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver an Exceptional Bar Experience: Prepare and serve beverages with skill, speed, and accuracy while maintaining high presentation standards.

• Guest Engagement: Interact warmly with guests, anticipate their needs, and offer personalised recommendations to elevate their experience.

• Product Knowledge: Maintain in-depth knowledge of cocktails, wines, spirits, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages, including preparation techniques and pairings.

• Upselling & Promotions: Confidently promote signature cocktails, wine pairings, and daily specials to enhance revenue and guest satisfaction.

• Service Coordination: Support the service team during peak periods and ensure seamless coordination between the bar, restaurant, and events.

• Stock & Inventory: Assist with bar stock control, ordering, rotation, and waste management in line with hotel procedures.

• Cleanliness & Compliance: Keep the bar area organized, hygienic, and compliant with health and safety standards.

• Cash Handling & Billing: Accurately process payments and maintain correct records using the POS system.

• Team Collaboration: Participate in daily briefings and work closely with colleagues to ensure smooth service delivery across outlets.

Requirements, Qualifications & Expectations

• Minimum 2 years’ bartending experience in a 4- or 5-star hotel, upscale restaurant, or cocktail bar.

• Professional mixology knowledge and ability to craft both classic and contemporary cocktails.

• Familiarity with POS systems, cash handling, and stock control procedures.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills in English; additional languages advantageous.

• Well-presented, punctual, and confident under pressure.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation and hygiene.

• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, evenings, and public holidays.

• A passion for people, service, and creating memorable guest moments.

• Local knowledge of Cape Town and its social scene is advantageous.

Why Join Pepperclub

• Be part of a vibrant, guest-driven hospitality team.

• Work in one of Cape Town’s leading luxury hotel environments.

• Gain exposure to international service standards and premium beverage operations.

• Develop your skills in a culture built on excellence, teamwork, and integrity.