We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240000 women and men who share something unique.
Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences.
Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion.
SOFITEL DUBAI THE OBELISK
Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk is Sofitel’s largest property in the Middle East. The hotel features 594 luxury guestrooms inclusive of 68 suites and 96 serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai. A variety of trendy restaurants and bars including a contemporary Asian restaurant, a Gastro Pub, a French Brasserie and Pool Bar & Lounge bring residents and patrons together to celebrate the French “Joie de Vivre”. Guests have the option to unwind at the Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane and outdoor pools with private cabanas or workout in a fully-fledged fitness center. Business travelers have access to 1,589 square meter of meeting space including one state-of-the-art ballroom ideal for the most sought after social gatherings
Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk will infuse the brand’s essence with capitalizing on a perfect balance of modernism and ancient Egypt reflective of the renowned design elements of Wafi. If you are as excited as we are about connecting hearts and showing your guest passion, join us as the next Heartist and help us to make Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk a truly welcoming destination!
Job Description
The Position
To provide prompt and courteous F&B service to the Hotel’s guests.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- To prepare and serve beverage orders according to recipes and service standards.
- To be fully knowledgeable about all bar products and cocktail recipes.
- To be able to up sell each time with each customer.
- To provide high standard of quality and efficient / friendly service.
- To prepare mise‑en‑place and perform side duties.
- To collect all general requisitions and food and beverage requisitions.
- To strictly adhere to opening and closing procedures established for the outlet and check beverage stock.
- To have a thorough understanding and knowledge of all beverage items and prepare garnishes for each cocktail accordingly
- To ensure that the bar counter and surrounding area is kept clean and organized at all times.
- To monitor operating supplies and reduce spoilage and wastage.
- To handle guest enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.
- To establish a rapport with guests maintaining good customer relationship.
- To perform cashiering functions and to ensure that the outlet cashiering procedures are strictly adhered to.
- To ensure proper presentation display of premium liquors on every shelf with proper defined quantities are followed
- To have ready garnishes for all cocktails upon opening of the bar
- To coach and train new recruits through on‑the‑job‑training.
- To perform any assigned duties related to Bar Captain.
- To be creative and do menu engineering for every quarter.
- To be active in creating new cocktails.
- To assist in the training of the employees ensuring that they have the necessary skills to perform their duties with the maximum efficiency.
- To assist in carrying out monthly, quarterly, bi‑yearly, yearly inventory of operating equipment’s.
- To be entirely flexible and adapt to rotate within the different sub sections of the Food and Beverage Department.
- To carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Outlet Supervisor, Assistant and Manager.
- To ensure the cocktail recipes are uploaded in FMC
- To ensure all beverages have the micros key button.
- To conduct bar knowledge trainings to the outlet staff member.
- To have the knowledge of beverage and should be atleast certified with WSET 1 & 2 (can be either in wines or spirits).
Qualifications
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English
- Experienced in all aspects of F&B service
- Must be well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
- Excellent leader and trainer with solid motivational and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills to deal with diverse staff
- Knowledge of Excel, MS Word, Power Point
QUALIFICATIONS
- Hotel Restaurant Management graduate
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 1 year in similar role