Mixologist Job Description

Mixologist Job Description

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Mixologist provides 5* luxury Service by offering an "a la carte" breakfast selection and pre-determined lunch and dinner menus.

Mixologist Duties & Responsibilities

To write an effective mixologist job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included mixologist job description templates that you can modify and use.

Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Monitors and manages the ordering of all beer, wine, spirits, and bar tools and equipment
Have full knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents , costing and preparation methods
Maintains stock, prepares, cures and stores all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices and other perishables to ensure product quality
Drafts beer menu in coordination with Brewpub Brewery staff
Ensure that appropriate stock/par level of all bar items is constantly maintained
Utilize appropriate stemware/glassware as required by company standards, polish glassware, stock bar supplies to par levels
Create and push the limits of what mixed drinks can be
Have great knowledge of alcohol and alcohol history
Use one’s expert knowledge to create innovative drinks and cocktails that explore the boundaries of flavors
Have passion to experiment in mixing new drinks

Mixologist Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Mixologist

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: DLC, TABC

Education for Mixologist

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the mixologist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as University and Collage Degree in Hospitality, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Culinary, Business/Administration, Food Service management, Education, Restaurant Management, Management, Tourism, Human Resources Management

Skills for Mixologist

Desired skills for mixologist include:

Beer
A la carte menu
Various liquors
Wines available at the Club
Spirits
Wine
POS systems
Garnishes
Cleaned
Stocked

Desired experience for mixologist includes:

Minimum 12 months experience in a similar role, preferably including 5 star experience
Willingness to be a sales person and marketer of the outlets
Knowledge of European wines
Desire and ability to train and develop staff
Maintains awareness of industry trends in service, product and presentation
Diploma or certification in Hospitality management or its equivalent with formal bartending training

Mixologist Examples

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Mixologist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a mixologist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for mixologist
  • Apart from bar operation, ensuring HACCP standards, SOP’s, cleaning and all bar related work will be taken care by Mixologist and supervise
  • All special occasions and events will be taken care by and creating innovative cocktail, specials and recipes
  • Represents BAA for external & internal bartending competitions and advises all related participation and acts as a mentor for all junior colleagues
  • Tries new methods, equipment’s required, new products and generates ideas for creativity
  • Prepare all needs for larger groups and packages
  • Keep bar records and files well updated
  • Monitor temperature records, recipes and daily availabilities up to date
  • Minimize and control breakage
  • Be creative and innovative during low seasons and high seasons to utilize revenue by implementing beverages, cocktails and Mocktails
  • To report any accident immediately, no matter how minor, to a manager
Qualifications for mixologist
  • Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 25 lbs
  • Alcohol awareness and knowledge of responsible service
  • Minimum of 2 year experience in the same position from a reputable restaurant and or 4 or 5 star hotel property
  • You must be proactive, adaptable team player who enjoys taking initiative to drive for results
  • Eager to learn & progress, responsible with the willingness to take ownership
  • To ensure proper mixing, blending, of drinks
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Mixologist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a mixologist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for mixologist
  • Provide bar related trainings for the service staff
  • Up-sell or promote all specials advertised in the outlet as well promoting slow moving items
  • Responsible for all side duties described in the job task check list and to complete all side work prior to the opening and closing of the restaurant
  • Develop and update cocktail menus in line with latest industry trends
  • Conduct ongoing R&D work on beverage offerings
  • Work closely with Bar Manager/Outlet Chef on creative and innovative promotions
  • Follow outlet policies, purchasing procedures and service standards
  • Proactively assist guests at all times
  • Provides table and or counter service of alcoholic / non-alcoholic beverages
  • Knowledgeable on hygiene issues
Qualifications for mixologist
  • A creative ideas generation
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Head Bartender or Bartender in a large cruise ship or a combination of ship and large hotel/bar experience in these positions is required
  • Knowledge of Lounge and Bar operations
  • Effective time management, prioritization and organization skills, which will be evident when working under pressure and to deadlines
  • Maintains high confidentiality in regards to guest privacy and any related Hotel matters
  • Level 2 Court of Master strongly preferred
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Mixologist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a mixologist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for mixologist
  • Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections designated glassware, garnishes, preparation method/time, ingredients, portion sizes, presentation and prices
  • Capable to conduct beverage inventories
  • High awareness in maintaining 5 star standards
  • Demonstrate the sales and marketing knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services
  • Demonstrates the understanding of government alcoholic beverage service regulations
  • Create and develop graphic artwork for beverage programs for the general market and multi-cultural markets
  • Creates innovative drink concepts for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Builds and maintains on-trend beverage concept library to support national brands
  • Assists with new product development efforts, custom and branded, from concept to commercialization
  • Responsible for creating gold standard and approving benchtop and scale-up samples prior to presentation to customer
Qualifications for mixologist
  • Have a passion and flair for cocktail making, extensive knowledge of the classics
  • 2 years of experience as a mixologist in a hgh volume operations
  • Previous experience as a bartender
  • 5 or more years’ experience in a fine dining restaurant, hotel, or country club
  • Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational individual
  • Must be able to speak, comprehend, read, and write English
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Mixologist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a mixologist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for mixologist
  • Assists with creative brainstorming and copy writing for beverage related concepts – to help merchandise concepts at store level
  • Assists with new product development efforts, key shows and key account calls as needed
  • Develops relationships with beverage equipment suppliers and partners
  • Has a complete understanding of all applicable laws and regulations concerning service of alcoholic beverages
  • Provides prompt, exceptional, courteous, friendly and timely service to guests and employees hat differentiates us from the competition
  • Accurately places guest Food & Beverage orders, inspects orders for quality and accuracy, ensures correct plating and serves according to standard
  • Ensures outlets meet all federal, state, city, county, corporate, hotel, and departmental standards, requirements, policies and regulations
  • Responsible for cash banks and slot banks, proper procedures for handling comps, room charges, credit cards, officer's checks and coupons
  • Completes and oversees set-up and clearing of the bar area
  • Ensures the maintenance and adequate inventory of supplies as necessary to effectively perform job responsibilities, informs supervisors when supplies are low, prepares and submits purchase request as needed
Qualifications for mixologist
  • We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 1 year work experience in a hotel or large bar with good standards
  • Ability to interact with all associates and guests of the resort
  • Ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations
  • Luxury Hotel Experience Preferred as a Senior Bartender
  • Moroccan passport holder
  • At least 5 years previous experience in a high volume bar environment
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Mixologist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of mixologist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for mixologist
  • Assists other employees when needed
  • Conduct duties in a courteous, safe and efficient manner, in accordance with the hotel policies and procedures, ensuring that the highest level of service and communication is maintained
  • Pour up to 240 drinks per hour on a consistent basis
  • Read and follow specialty drink recipes
  • Provides prompt, courteous service to guests and employees while maintaining a friendly and pleasant atmosphere at the bar
  • Have a complete understanding of all applicable laws and regulations concerning service of alcoholic beverages
  • Adhere to the proper par stock procedures
  • Complete and oversee set-up and clearing of the banquet bar area
  • Monitor and train new Banquet Mixologists as dictated by management
  • Remain up-to-date on banquet events and the hours of operation of all non-banquet food and beverage outlets
Qualifications for mixologist
  • At least 5 years of experience in bartending
  • At least 3 years experience with beverage menu creation
  • Ability to serve as speaker/key contact for special events, promotions and competitions
  • Working knowledge of health, sanitation and safety regulations
  • Working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Minimum 2 year bartending experience in a fast-pace, upscale environment

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