RHEA Recruitment, a consultancy specialized in Hospitality and Catering roles, is currently seeking:

Head Bartender (M/F) – Paris

Lifestyle boutique hotel with 40 rooms and multiple bars within this elegant and exclusive property.

A team of 18 people manages 3 bars: a main bar open from morning to night, a service bar, and an event bar open only in the evenings.

🎯 Main Responsibilities

• Understand the layout and functions of the bars

• Supervise, recruit, train, and support the bar teams

• Have strong knowledge of service techniques, products, and cocktail recipes (signatures, classics, creations)

• Contribute ideas for cocktail creation and suggestions, with a good understanding of various spirits and alcohols

• Ensure service standards and guest experience meet the expectations of the company

• Accurately transmit customer orders to the appropriate bars; understand and anticipate customer needs and report feedback to management

• Act as a coordinator between teams

• Plan ingredient and equipment orders based on stock and needs

• Oversee weekly and end-of-month inventories; estimate future equipment needs and place orders if necessary

• Ensure stock inventory is done every Sunday; reconcile stock and follow up with daily and weekly reports

• Be responsible for beverage cost control and pricing of drinks menu

• Input recipes, stocks, and inventories into the software (Adaco)

• Coordinate with technical services and/or external suppliers for equipment maintenance

• Develop and implement bar procedures, ensuring compliance with HACCP hygiene and safety standards

• Have excellent knowledge of HACCP standards and dietary regulations

• Conduct safety and technical checks, including daily temperature logs

• Comply with all food and beverage regulations

• Be a motivating leader and handle problem-solving

• Monitor departmental budgets, track costs and expenditures

• Manage team schedules based on business activity, events, absences, and payroll/HR documentation

• Promote cooperation and respect between front-of-house and bar teams and other departments

• Be comfortable speaking in public and maintain good relationships with staff and guests

• Stay informed about current trends and bar-related concepts

• Proficient in IT (MS Office, POS, restaurant management software, Micros, Adaco, etc.)

• Know suppliers, prices, offers, research new suppliers, and negotiate rates

• Organize and ensure smooth operations during shifts

• Guarantee customer satisfaction at all times and support the operational team as needed

• Explain performance numbers (costs and revenues) daily, weekly, and monthly

• Prepare onboarding plans for new hires (trainings, uniform, assign a buddy, etc.)

• Report client feedback and staff comments to management and suggest improvements and solutions

✅ Skills & Profile

Hard Skills

• Proven experience in premium/high-end bars (essential)

• Strong managerial background

• Profit center management skills

• HACCP compliance

• Computer proficiency (MS Office)

Soft Skills

• Natural leadership

• Organization and attention to detail

• Adaptability and entrepreneurial mindset

• Strong communication and customer relations skills

• Team spirit and ability to delegate

• Alignment with core values: ambition, commitment, honesty, kindness, humility

📆 Job Details

• Salary: €4,000 gross/month depending on profile

• Contract: Full-time, permanent (CDI)

• Work schedule: 218 days/year, fixed-rate executive contract

• Additional benefits:

  • Clothing bonus: €200 twice a year

  • Uber reimbursement after 12:30 AM (between €12 and €16)

  • Seniority bonus starting at 2 years

  • Paid day off for birthday after one year of service

• Start date: End of May or September

📩 To apply: Please send your CV and references to rhearecrutement@gmail.com