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Cocktail Bartender – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network

Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal

Temporary

Posted 2 hours ago

Temporary Hospitality & Tourism

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Job Description

Good service at a beachfront cocktail bar in Hammarsdale starts with you: friendly, quick and on top of every order. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll report in Hammarsdale. Relocation is not covered for this one. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

What your day looks like

Split bills, process card payments and handle tip-outs at the end of shift.
Restock the bar fridges and help with the weekly stock count.
Explain specials, allergens and wine pairings in plain words.
Clear, wipe and reset tables fast during the Friday and Sunday rush.
Set tables, polish cutlery and glasses, and check condiments before doors open.

Must-haves

At least 6 months of waitering, bar or coffee shop experience
You can stand and walk for a full 8-hour shift
Quick with basic maths and card machines
Grade 10 or higher; matric is a plus

Helpful, not essential

Wine knowledge from a WSET Level 1 or wine farm stint
Responsible Service of Alcohol training
A barista course certificate or latte-art skills

What you get

Uniform supplied and laundered
Paid menu and wine tastings so you can sell with confidence
Staff meal on every shift

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Hammarsdale really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: a one-page CV with a recent photo, your food handler or barista certificate, if you have one plus certified copy of your ID.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Hammarsdale; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

Walk in with your CV between 2pm and 4pm when managers have time, not during lunch or dinner service.
Recruiters ask about a difficult table, so have one real story ready about how you turned it around.