Head Bartender

Role summary

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The Head Bartender leads daily bar operations, prepares and serves cocktails and beverages, maintains service and presentation standards, controls stock, and supports guest satisfaction. Candidates typically need several years of bartending experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or high-end bar, strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine and responsible alcohol service, and good English communication skills. The role requires leadership, staff training, inventory awareness, creativity, attention to detail and the ability to work flexible shifts, weekends and holidays. Shangri-La expects a polished, service-focused professional who can maintain quality and hygiene standards while creating a welcoming guest experience.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and known for its hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Its properties are recognized for personalized service, refined dining, comfortable accommodation and strong attention to guest wellbeing. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent hotels and resorts in destinations including Manila, Cebu and Boracay. Employees generally work in an international environment with structured operating standards, training opportunities and career pathways across the group. Benefits and service-charge arrangements vary by property and position. The company places emphasis on warm Asian hospitality, professionalism, teamwork and creating memorable experiences for guests, making it a suitable workplace for experienced hospitality professionals seeking luxury-sector exposure.