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Bartender at Six Senses Kanuhura
Role summary
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The Bartender prepares and serves cocktails, wines, beers, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks while delivering warm, personalized service in line with Six Senses standards. Requirements typically include previous experience in a quality hotel, resort, or bar; sound knowledge of beverages and cocktail preparation; good spoken English; responsible alcohol-service practices; and strong hygiene awareness. The successful candidate should be friendly, attentive, reliable, well presented, and comfortable working flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays. Experience with luxury hospitality, POS systems, stock control, and upselling is advantageous. The role also requires teamwork, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a remote island environment.
Can I work in the Maldives?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Employer quota and work permit, paid by the employer; some roles are being reserved for Maldivians (2027 to 2030).
Watch for: Cashier jobs are reserved for Maldivians from February 2027; guest relations, tour guides, dive instructors, housekeeping, HR and front office managers follow by about 2030.
Official source: Ministry of Economic Development: Regulation on Foreign Employment. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Maldives
Usual for the Maldives, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | On the island; shared for line staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Full board |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket |
| Service charge | At least 10%, shared equally by all staff (by law); about USD 250 to 1,000+ a month, more at top resorts |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation 3 months at most |
| Leave | 30 days |
| Income tax | 0% below about USD 3,900 a month, then 5.5% to 15% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the Maldives
Who can work there by passport, what a job usually includes, and island life.
About Six Senses
Six Senses is a luxury hospitality brand known for distinctive resorts, wellness programs, sustainability, and highly personalized guest experiences. The brand operates properties in scenic destinations around the world, including the Maldives, and combines thoughtful design with strong connections to local communities and natural surroundings. Six Senses became part of IHG Hotels & Resorts in 2019 while continuing to maintain its own identity and service philosophy. Its resorts generally emphasize wellbeing, environmental responsibility, exceptional food and beverage, and meaningful cultural experiences. Six Senses Kanuhura is a private-island resort in the Lhaviyani Atoll, offering upscale accommodation, restaurants, bars, activities, and wellness facilities. Employees are expected to provide attentive, discreet service and contribute to a relaxed but highly professional guest experience.