Mixologist

Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of - a chance
to define a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride
in work well done.
In line with our plans for future growth, we have faith in our staff levels in
keeping with our exceptional staff-to-guest ratios. We believe that attitude
counts as much as skill. As a result, Four Seasons hires motivated people who
we train to perform superbly, while we craft an environment where they can
flourish.
Ultimately, our culture breeds success, and rewards it in many different ways.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza dedicates to perfecting the travel
experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of
hospitality. From elegant surroundings of the finest quality, to caring,
highly personalized ‎24-hour service, Four Seasons embodies a true home away
from home for those who know and appreciate the best. The deeply instilled
Four Seasons culture personifies by its employees - people who share a single
focus and encourage to offer phenomenal service.
We seek the creative talents that are well-mannered, visionary, and passionate
and having a deep understanding of the hospitality concept.
BASIC PURPOSE :
Crafting an original beverage program and designing new, innovative
cocktails and specialty drinks for the hotel 's signature restaurant.
The Mixologist must thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, maintaining
a courteous demeanor with customers, as well as effectively make use of
downtime.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Crafting an original beverage program and designing new, innovative
cocktails and specialty drinks for the hotel 's signature restaurant.
Prepare syrups, infusions, tinctures, mixed drinks and cocktails of all
types to fulfill customer orders.

Prepare and serve a selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks from the
menu while ensuring consistent pouring, mixing, and blending according to
established recipes and established Four Seasons Standards.

Service and take orders from guests seated at the bar area offering
interesting, and vivid descriptions of each item, origin, taste and
preparation methods; maintain a working knowledge of liquors, wines, beers,
ports, Armagnacs, eau de vies, cognacs and specialty drinks.

Prepare weekly schedules for the bar team to adequately cover all shifts.
Provide for coverage in case of employee absence and adjust staffing as
necessary to meet business demands.

Monitor inventory of beverages to ensure adequate stock is maintained and to
prevent excess pours or abuse by staff (‎10%). Oversee cleanliness of staff
and physical bar area, paying special attention to possible health hazards and
code violations. Review sales and beverage costs, reconcile any
discrepancies in accounting.
Ensure proper cash management.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Assist with the service of food to guests. Assist in making dining
reservations and seating of guests. Assist with the cleaning of
operational areas.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :
Education:
University or College degree specializing in bar/restaurant management or
equivalent experience is preferred.
Experience:
Minimum One to Two years International experience in an Assistant Food &
Beverage Manager position with in a luxury environment.
Minimum two years bartending experience in a fast-pace, upscale environment.
Nightclub or cocktail lounge experience preferred.
Two years of cocktail mixology experience, where demonstrating knowledge of
exact recipes and presentation methodologies was a requirement.
Skills and Abilities:
Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons
cultural and core standards, policies and standard operating procedures.
Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, champagnes and mixed cocktails
(including high-end specialty cocktails)
Restaurant or Bar pre-opening experience preferred.
Sommelier certification preferred.
Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage
computer systems.
Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
No. of employees supervised: ‎4
Hours required:
Eight to ten hour shifts; scheduled days and work hours may vary based on
need.
Since Fortune Magazine named Four Seasons
Corporate in ‎1998 as one of the ‎100 best
companies to work in. Having trouble searching for meaningful
benefits? We would like to offer our employees
competitive benefits:
* Career advancement opportunities
* Strong culture
* Best-in-industry training
* Luxury environment in magnificent locations worldwide
* Competitive salaries
* Complimentary stays at FS properties (based on availability), with discounted meals
* Dental and medical/disability/life insurance
* Retirement benefits/pension
* Employee service awards
* Annual employee party/social and sporting events
* Complimentary meals in dedicated employee restaurants
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We look forward to receiving your application!