Recently awarded Aberdeen City & Shire
Hospitality Employer of the Year, as well as 2 Michelin Keys, and rated number
1 by Conde Naste Readers Choice, The Fife Arms Hotel, located in the village of
Braemar in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is recruiting a Head
Bartender to join the team in Elsa’s Cocktail Bar.
An exquisite jewel box,
Elsa’s Cocktail Bar brings Art Deco glamour to the Highlands. Inspired by
fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli’s signature style, love of shocking pink and
“bon mots”, this bijou bar offers champagne and hand-crafted cocktails that are
beautifully presented. The perfect spot for a pre-prandial aperitif or a
late-night digestif, the bar showcases Scottish spirits and elixirs.
You will play an integral
role as part of our close-knit team providing high quality drinks, exceptional
service and creating the best experience for our guests. Your experience allows
you to work closely with the team, exceeding the expectation of our guest’s
experience in every aspect of their stay so that they leave us feeling enriched
and engaged in our ethos.
Expectations
Our successful Head Bartender will have:
* Proven
experience as a Head Bartender/Mixologist within a similar boutique hospitality
environment.
* Extensive
knowledge of mixology, spirits, and cocktail trends.
* Initiative, emotional intelligence and strong communication and
organisation skills.
* Experience of training, coaching and mentoring others.
* A passion and ambition to deliver exceptional experiences.
* A
willingness to work to the high standards that are demanded from a luxury
establishment.
The Team has been chosen for their creative flair
and passion for both Cocktails and World Class service with a desire to
consistently learn and grow.
What’s in it for you?
* 30 days holiday
* Free annual guest
experience for you and a plus one
* Pension
* Free food and drinks
whilst on shift
* Generous Artfarm-wide
discounts including our properties in Somerset, Scottish Highlands, London, Los
Angeles and Menorca!
* Amazing sports and social
events led by local social committees
* Life Assurance
* Health benefits including
a health cash plan
* Employee Assistance
Programme
* Career development
opportunities tailored around your aspirations and goals
About Artfarm and The Fife Arms Hotel
Artfarm
is a one-of-a-kind independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela
Wirth. Renowned for developing and reinventing distinctive sites including the
award-winning Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar, The Fish Shop Restaurant & Fish
Mongers in Ballater, The Audley Public House & Mount Street Restaurant in
Mayfair, London, Manuela restaurant in Los Angeles, Roth Bar, Da Costa Italian
Restaurant and Durslade Farm Shop in Somerset, and Cantina Restaurant in
Menorca. Artfarm uniquely brings together art, community, education, people,
and place.
Located
in the heart of Braemar, the hotel houses 46 beautifully appointed bedrooms -
each one a homage to place, person, or event with links to the area along with
the stunning Albamhor Spa and some of the most unique event spaces. Dining
experiences extend to the Clunie Dining Room showcasing the art of open
wood-fire cooking, The Flying Stag Pub serving up local beers and firm Scottish
favourites, Bertie’s our glamorous and elegant Whisky Bar, Elsa’s our Art Deco
Cocktail Bar, and our more relaxed Drawing Room – all of which celebrate the
best in local ingredients and are expertly prepared by our dedicated culinary
team.
Want to join the family? Apply today!