Mixologist & Beverage Manager

Job Overview

Role: Mixologist & Beverage Manager. Category: Leadership. Location: Four Seasons Baku Baku Baku Azerbaijan.

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. About the location: Old-world elegance along the Caspian Sea. Straddling the Middle East, Europe and Asia, the enigmatic capital of Azerbaijan sits on the coast of the opal-blue waters of the Caspian Sea, with the Caucasus Mountains to the west. Our beaux-arts–style Hotel is perched along the waterfront in the heart of central Baku, with the medieval walls of the Inner City just steps away and a trio of flame-shaped, modern skyscrapers flickering nearby. It’s a contrast that perfectly sums up our evolving city: ancient, modern and a little daring, all at once. Join us for breakfast on the terrace at Zafferano, followed by a relaxing treatment in our sun-lit penthouse Spa, then come discover Baku with us. Key Responsibilities Develop, curate, and maintain all beverage and cocktail menus across outlets, IRD (amenities, minibar), and catering functions. Create balanced, creative, and cost‑effective beverage lists aligned with brand and concept direction. Lead the innovation of cocktails, mocktails, and specialty beverages, ensuring alignment with global trends and guest preferences. Represent and promote the hotel’s beverage program both internally and externally. Ensure impeccable beverage service delivery in all bars, lounges, in‑room dining, banquet bars, and event activations. Educate team members on ingredients, preparation techniques, beverage pairings, and service style. Interact with guests, provide recommendations, and elevate their drink experience through storytelling and product knowledge. Handle guest feedback professionally and efficiently, turning moments of service recovery into positive experiences. Oversee day‑to‑day beverage operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to hotel standards. Maintain all bar areas, storage, and minibar spaces in excellent operational and aesthetic condition. Conduct regular walk‑throughs to identify repair needs, product replenishment requirements, and improvement opportunities. Ensure proper handling, storage, rotation, and presentation of all beverage products. Develop and maintain beverage cost targets through effective inventory control and ordering practices. Conduct monthly stock reviews, ensure accurate requisitions, and minimize waste. Use menu engineering and sales analytics to optimize profitability and performance. Coordinate with procurement to source high‑quality, cost‑effective products aligned with the beverage concept. Train, coach, and mentor bartenders and service employees to elevate beverage knowledge and skills. Develop training materials for cocktails, spirits, wine, and non‑alcoholic programs. Lead pre‑shift briefings, product tastings, and ongoing upskilling programs. Support a collaborative, positive, and professional team culture. Ensure all POS systems (e.g., Micros/Oracle) accurately reflect beverage menus and pricing. Comply with all Health, Safety, and Hygiene regulations related to beverage production, storage, and service. Uphold grooming, service, and product standards consistently across all beverage operations. Qualifications & Skills Essential: Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage. Minimum 2–3 years of bartending or mixology experience with demonstrated creativity. Strong beverage knowledge: spirits, wine, beer, coffee, tea, and mixology techniques. Experience with POS systems, including Oracle/Micros, and Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability. Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Preferred: Experience in luxury hotels or upscale cocktail venues. Beverage‑related certifications (WSET, Mixology/Bar Academy, etc.). Strong passion for innovation and continuous learning in the beverage field. Dedicated team player with a proactive, “can‑do” attitude Dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality, Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of -the opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done.

Key Responsibilities:

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. About the location: Old-world elegance along the Caspian Sea. Straddling the Middle East, Europe and Asia, the enigmatic capital of Azerbaijan sits on the coast of the opal-blue waters of the Caspian Sea, with the Caucasus Mountains to the west. Our beaux-arts–style Hotel is perched along the waterfront in the heart of central Baku, with the medieval walls of the Inner City just steps away and a trio of flame-shaped, modern skyscrapers flickering nearby. It’s a contrast that perfectly sums up our evolving city: ancient, modern and a little daring, all at once. Join us for breakfast on the terrace at Zafferano, followed by a relaxing treatment in our sun-lit penthouse Spa, then come discover Baku with us. Key Responsibilities Develop, curate, and maintain all beverage and cocktail menus across outlets, IRD (amenities, minibar), and catering functions. Create balanced, creative, and cost‑effective beverage lists aligned with brand and concept direction. Lead the innovation of cocktails, mocktails, and specialty beverages, ensuring alignment with global trends and guest preferences. Represent and promote the hotel’s beverage program both internally and externally. Ensure impeccable beverage service delivery in all bars, lounges, in‑room dining, banquet bars, and event activations. Educate team members on ingredients, preparation techniques, beverage pairings, and service style. Interact with guests, provide recommendations, and elevate their drink experience through storytelling and product knowledge. Handle guest feedback professionally and efficiently, turning moments of service recovery into positive experiences. Oversee day‑to‑day beverage operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to hotel standards. Maintain all bar areas, storage, and minibar spaces in excellent operational and aesthetic condition. Conduct regular walk‑throughs to identify repair needs, product replenishment requirements, and improvement opportunities. Ensure proper handling, storage, rotation, and presentation of all beverage products. Develop and maintain beverage cost targets through effective inventory control and ordering practices. Conduct monthly stock reviews, ensure accurate requisitions, and minimize waste. Use menu engineering and sales analytics to optimize profitability and performance. Coordinate with procurement to source high‑quality, cost‑effective products aligned with the beverage concept. Train, coach, and mentor bartenders and service employees to elevate beverage knowledge and skills. Develop training materials for cocktails, spirits, wine, and non‑alcoholic programs. Lead pre‑shift briefings, product tastings, and ongoing upskilling programs. Support a collaborative, positive, and professional team culture. Ensure all POS systems (e.g., Micros/Oracle) accurately reflect beverage menus and pricing. Comply with all Health, Safety, and Hygiene regulations related to beverage production, storage, and service. Uphold grooming, service, and product standards consistently across all beverage operations. Qualifications & Skills Essential: Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage. Minimum 2–3 years of bartending or mixology experience with demonstrated creativity. Strong beverage knowledge: spirits, wine, beer, coffee, tea, and mixology techniques. Experience with POS systems, including Oracle/Micros, and Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability. Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Preferred: Experience in luxury hotels or upscale cocktail venues. Beverage‑related certifications (WSET, Mixology/Bar Academy, etc.). Strong passion for innovation and continuous learning in the beverage field. Dedicated team player with a proactive, “can‑do” attitude Dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality, Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of -the opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done.

Eligibility / Qualification Required:

Eligibility and qualification requirements are listed in the official Workday posting.

How to Apply:

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