Bartender - Bar Dandolo

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:

Overlooking the Venetian Lagoon and just steps from Piazza San Marco, Danieli, a Four Seasons Hotel, Venice is an iconic property offering elegant, spacious accommodations. The historic hotel showcases majestic Venetian architecture dating back to the 14th century. Guests can also enjoy spectacular views of Venice’s landmarks from the rooftop Restaurant Terrazza Danieli.

About the Role:

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional beverage service, crafting memorable moments, and elevating the guest dining experience at Bar Dandolo, the historic Venetian lounge of Hotel Danieli.

As a Bartender, you will prepare cocktails, wines, spirits, and specialty drinks with precision and artistry, ensuring each guest receives a warm, personalized, and intuitive service experience. You will maintain full product knowledge, ensure impeccable presentation standards, and collaborate closely with the Restaurant and Service teams, all in alignment with Four Seasons’ culture of genuine heart.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and serve beverages — cocktails, wines, spirits, aperitifs, digestifs — following Four Seasons standards for mixing, pouring, presentation, and service.

• Offer vivid, engaging descriptions of beverage items, including origin, flavor profile, and preparation, guiding guests through the menu with confidence and charm.

• Take beverage orders directly at the bar or through the service team, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.

• Anticipate guest needs, monitor satisfaction, make personalized recommendations, and respond promptly to requests or concerns.

• Collaborate with the F&B and kitchen team to coordinate beverage timing with food service for a seamless dining flow.

• Maintain an impeccable bar mise en place: restocking, organizing, preparing garnishes, polishing glassware, and ensuring a pristine workstation.

• Ensure strict compliance with HACCP, alcohol service laws, and Four Seasons safety and hygiene standards.

• Support the creation of seasonal specials and signature cocktails that reflect the identity and elegance of Bar Dandolo.

• Close guest checks accurately and follow all POS procedures.

• Maintain a polished presence and actively contribute to the refined ambiance of the restaurant.

What You Bring:

• Previous Bartender experience in luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, or high‑end bar environments; international experience is an advantage

• Fluency in English and Italian

• Must possess the legal right to work in Italy.

• Strong knowledge of mixology, classic cocktails, spirits, and beverage pairing.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect authentically with guests and inspire your team

• Team player attitude, combined with personal flair, creativity, and passion for crafting memorable guest experiences.

• Ability to multitask gracefully, remain composed under pressure, and maintain exceptional attention to detail.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Excellent Training and Development opportunities.

• Employee Discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide.

• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.

• Complimentary Employee Meals.

Schedule & Location:

• Full-time position based at Hotel Danieli, Venice.

• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

• You must possess the legal right to work in Italy