SLS Barcelona, a five-star urban resort of extraordinary experiences, brings a new variety of seaside glamour, indulgence and excellence to Barcelona’s waterfront district of Port Forum. Here the hallmarks of an SLS wonderland – playful ambiance, VIP treatment, and theatrical experiences - meet idyllic views to set a lavish stage for the extraordinary to unfold. The only 5-star hotel in the city to feature a terrace off every guestroom (471 in total), SLS Barcelona is all-encompassing in its delight, offering an array of exclusive amenities including rooftop dining and bars, three inviting swimming pools, a spacious 800 square-meter ballroom with abundant natural light, break out rooms catering to all size of meetings, a rejuvenating spa, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Say farewell to the ordinary, and hello to the extraordinary!
We are looking for a Head Bartender to join the pre-opening team at SLS Barcelona. Under the guidance of the Outlet Manager, you'll be a key player in crafting our awesome beverage lineup and making our place a total hit. Your leadership, creativity behind the bar, and drive to excellence are what make our guests keep coming back for more
Provide clear guidance and direction to the bar team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
Lead by example in crafting innovative and high-quality cocktails that align with our brand and what our customers love
Train bartenders on our unique recipes, mixing techniques, and presentation standards to ensure consistency in drink preparation and presentation
Team up with management to develop and update the cocktail menu, ensuring it reflects our brand identity and current beverage trends
Work closely with the kitchen team to make sure our drinks and food are a match made in heaven
Conduct regular inspections of the bar area and equipment to ensure everything's running smoothly
Oversee cash handling procedures, register reconciliation, keeping our records spot on
What we are looking for
2 years of experience in hospitality within beverage
Strong spirits knowledge
Some college and/or advanced training in food and beverage management valuable
Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in Spanish and English
You make people feel good - your team, guests and colleagues alike. You make a positive impact
You are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams and leaders; you’re passionate about what we can achieve together
You take ownership of important issues, solve problems, and make effective decisions
You learn quickly and adapt to SLS’s unique culture
You are humble and open to ideas. We leave our ego at the door and help get things done
You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way
The opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand
The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding
Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity
A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development
Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands
SLS is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint- venture with Accor, formed in 2021