Bartender

Looking for your next move as a Bartender in Hermanus? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Western Cape.

Overview

An experienced Bartender is needed to support operations in Hermanus. The role forms part of how the business keeps its hospitality jobs portfolio strong in Western Cape.

Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Hermanus team.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Bartender is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Western Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.

Meet the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the hospitality jobs side of the business inside out. The Hermanus group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

The team structure and working relationships for this role in Hermanus will be explained during the hiring process.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

About Hermanus

Working in Hermanus means a place close to the Stellenbosch agricultural belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Hermanus office benefits from those long-standing connections.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Hermanus.

Many candidates already living within reach of Hermanus cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.

Core Functions

• Set up rooms, function venues and outlets ahead of guest arrivals
• Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
• Manage stock, breakages and consumables for your section
• Support events, banquets and conference operations
• Operate point-of-sale systems and reconcile end-of-shift takings
• Promote menu items, daily specials and loyalty programmes
• Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
• Maintain the required hygiene and uniform standards in line with safety and service policy during all shifts

Essential Criteria

• Genuine passion for hospitality, food and creating memorable experiences
• Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Willing to follow the company’s lawful uniform, hygiene and safety policy on shift
• Good verbal communication skills needed for guest service; additional languages are an advantage
• Awareness of tourism grading and quality expectations
• Team player who can work collaboratively across departments

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.