Bartender

Role summary

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The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with resort standards, while providing friendly, efficient service to guests. Requirements typically include previous bartending or food-and-beverage experience, knowledge of cocktails, wines and beer, good communication skills, and the ability to handle cash or point-of-sale transactions accurately. The candidate should be professional, well presented, dependable and comfortable working flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. Strong customer-service skills, attention to detail, teamwork and the ability to remain calm in a busy resort environment are expected. Responsible-service training and hospitality qualifications are advantageous.

About the employer

Waves Resort & Spa Barbados, an Autograph Collection Resort, is a boutique beachfront property located on Barbados’s west coast. The resort combines a relaxed Caribbean setting with Marriott’s international service standards and an emphasis on wellness, dining and personalized guest experiences. Its facilities typically include guest accommodations, restaurants and bars, spa services, recreational activities and spaces designed for both relaxation and socializing. As part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, the hotel presents an individual character rather than a standardized resort design, while benefiting from global reservations, training and career-development resources. Employees work in a guest-focused environment serving international visitors and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, warmth and attention to detail. Operations may include rotating shifts and busy seasonal periods, particularly around winter travel and major holidays.