Senior Bartender

Role summary

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The Senior Bartender is expected to lead bar operations, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, maintain consistent drink quality, and deliver warm, efficient guest service. Candidates should have previous bartending experience, strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine and responsible alcohol service, and confidence handling cash or point-of-sale systems. The role requires good communication, grooming, teamwork and the ability to coach junior colleagues. Familiarity with food-safety standards, stock control and bar opening and closing procedures is important. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays is expected. A hospitality qualification and experience in an international hotel or busy restaurant would be advantageous.

About the employer

Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena is an upscale business and leisure hotel located in Singapore’s Novena district, close to medical facilities, shopping areas and public transport. It operates under Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a global portfolio of hotels and resorts. Courtyard properties are designed for modern travelers, combining practical accommodation, dining, meeting facilities and attentive service. The Singapore Novena hotel offers guest rooms, restaurants and bar operations, fitness facilities, event spaces and business services. Employees typically work within Marriott’s service standards and may benefit from structured training, international brand exposure and employee travel programs, subject to eligibility. The workplace is multicultural and service-focused, with opportunities to develop careers in food and beverage, rooms, events and hotel operations.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, catering, tourism, retail and events. Hospitality workers can find roles through hotel career portals, recruitment agencies and local job platforms, although competition is significant and employers usually prioritize relevant experience and service skills. The culture is multicultural, orderly and fast-paced; English is widely used, while Mandarin, Malay and Tamil are also official languages. Lifestyle costs are high, especially rent, but public transport is excellent, safe and affordable. New arrivals often share apartments or use co-living accommodation. Foreign workers need employer sponsorship and an approved work pass before starting employment. Depending on salary, qualifications and sector rules, this may be a Work Permit or S Pass; approval is controlled by government quotas and changing requirements. Candidates should verify current Ministry of Manpower rules, contract benefits, accommodation arrangements and medical insurance before relocating.