Cocktail Bartender

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Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time Hospitality & Tourism
R5 250 – R6 750/month
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Job Description

This is a floor job at a beachfront cocktail bar in Pinetown where your tips follow your service. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

You'll report in Pinetown. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

  • Explain specials, allergens and wine pairings in plain words.
  • Mix cocktails, pour draught and serve shooters to spec at the bar.
  • Pull espresso shots and steam milk for flat whites and cappuccinos.
  • Refuse service to anyone under 18 or visibly drunk, as the Liquor Act requires.
  • Split bills, process card payments and handle tip-outs at the end of shift.
  • Clear, wipe and reset tables fast during the Friday and Sunday rush.

Must-haves

  • Happy to work nights, weekends and public holidays
  • Neat grooming and a friendly manner under pressure
  • 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

On offer

  • Late-shift lift home within a set radius
  • Uniform supplied and laundered
  • Paid menu and wine tastings so you can sell with confidence
  • You keep your own tips, paid out daily or weekly

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): your food handler or barista certificate, if you have one, contact details for your last restaurant manager plus certified copy of your ID.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Put the names of the restaurants you worked at and your average covers per shift at the top of your CV.
  • Recruiters ask about a difficult table, so have one real story ready about how you turned it around.

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Job details
SalaryR5 250 – R6 750/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationPinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryHospitality & Tourism
ExperienceEntry level
Posted26 October 2026
Closing Date30 November 2026
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