Head Bartender

Role summary

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The Head Bartender leads daily bar operations at W Melbourne, delivering creative cocktails, attentive service and an energetic guest experience. Requirements typically include several years of bartending experience, strong cocktail and beverage knowledge, responsible service of alcohol certification, excellent communication skills and the legal right to work in Australia. The successful candidate is expected to supervise and coach bartenders, maintain high standards of presentation and hygiene, manage stock and ordering, control costs, follow health and safety procedures, and resolve guest concerns professionally. Flexibility for evenings, weekends and public holidays is essential. Experience in luxury hotels, premium cocktail bars or high-volume venues is highly desirable.

About the employer

W Melbourne is a luxury lifestyle hotel operated by Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. Located in Melbourne's central business district, the hotel combines contemporary design, bold dining and nightlife concepts, modern guest rooms and the distinctive, energetic W Hotels brand. Marriott International operates thousands of properties across numerous countries and manages a broad portfolio of well-known hotel brands. W Melbourne team members are expected to create memorable, personalised experiences while maintaining professional service and operational standards. The hotel offers opportunities across food and beverage, rooms, events, culinary operations and corporate support. Employees may benefit from Marriott's global training, career development and travel programs, subject to eligibility and local employment conditions.