The President Hotel is on a journey to be considered luxury.
Our purpose is simple yet powerful: to create and inspire memorable experiences.
Our vision: to become Cape Town’s most loved hotel.

Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Town’s vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, The President Hotel is renowned as the Mother City’s most loved destination hotel. With 349 stylish rooms, apartments, and suites, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class restaurants, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues, The President offers an iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity.

We’re seeking a Bartender to join our Food & Beverage team and deliver world-class beverage service with flair and professionalism. If you live and breathe our values - Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and Integrity -  we want you on our journey!

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Beverage Service
Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision, following recipes and presentation standards.

🔹 Guest Engagement
Deliver warm, engaging, and anticipatory service by building rapport with guests, offering recommendations, and ensuring every bar experience is memorable.

🔹 Upselling & Revenue Growth
Actively upsell cocktails, wines, and food pairings while supporting promotions and driving revenue growth.

🔹 Bar Upkeep & Hygiene
Maintain a clean, organised, and fully stocked bar throughout service, adhering to hygiene and safety standards.

🔹 Inventory & Stock Control
Assist with daily stock counts, monitor usage, report wastage, and support ordering processes to ensure bar efficiency.

🔹 Team Collaboration
Work closely with colleagues and the Bar Manager to ensure seamless bar operations and an elevated guest experience.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Minimum 1 year of bartending experience in a fast-paced environment (hotel or restaurant preferred)
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beers, and wines
• POS and cash handling experience advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively
• Physically fit - able to stand for extended periods and move quickly during service
• Must hold a valid South African ID

Key Competencies

🔹 Beverage Knowledge - Solid understanding of classic cocktails, wines, and spirits.
🔹 Guest Experience Focus - Passion for delivering personalised and memorable guest service.
🔹 Efficiency & Organisation - Skilled in maintaining bar readiness and workflow during peak service.
🔹 Sales Acumen - Strong ability to upsell and contribute to revenue targets.
🔹 Professionalism & Poise - Calm, confident, and professional when handling guest queries or challenges.

Package on Offer

• Basic salary (TBA)
• 50/50 contribution to provident fund
• Company contribution to medical aid

Important Application Notes

• Must hold a valid South African ID
• Only candidates with relevant experience will be shortlisted
• Ensure your CV is 100% updated
• All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview

Recruitment aligns with the company’s Employment Equity Plan.

Join a team where excellence meets passion. Help create vibrant and memorable moments at one of Cape Town’s leading hotels by bringing our bars to life.

Contact information

Emhke