Executive Bartender – Risteski Group
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Executive Bartender to lead and oversee bar operations across three of our vibrant restaurant venues along the beautiful Honeysuckle waterfront.
Blanca Honeysuckle
The Kingfish Honeysuckle
St Lucia (Coming Soon)
This leadership role requires a strong balance of creativity, operational expertise, and team development to deliver outstanding guest experiences. Be part of launching a brand new concept.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily bar operations across three restaurant venues, ensuring consistency and excellence in service.
- Lead, train, and inspire a team of bartenders, barbacks, and floor staff to deliver premium hospitality.
- Develop, design, and update innovative cocktail menus and beverage lists that align with each venue’s concept.
- Manage beverage ordering, supplier relationships, inventory, and stock control to meet cost and quality targets.
- Implement and maintain service standards, compliance with RSA, and workplace health and safety practices.
- Drive bar profitability through effective cost management, upselling strategies, and guest engagement.
- Collaborate with venue managers and the executive team on events, promotions, and seasonal offerings.
- Act as a brand ambassador, maintaining a high level of professionalism and hospitality culture across all venues.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Head Bartender / Bar Manager / Executive Bartender in high-volume or multi-venue settings.
- Strong mixology knowledge, with the creativity to design unique cocktails and beverage programs.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills with a focus on team development.
- Sound understanding of stock control, ordering, and cost management.
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to engage and delight guests.
- RSA certified, with strong knowledge of compliance and licensing requirements.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to lead and shape beverage programs across three dynamic venues.
- A supportive management team within a growing hospitality group.
- Competitive salary package
- Work in one of Newcastle’s most stunning dining precincts, Honeysuckle.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.