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Bartender — Kena by Akiro

On-site in Marbella·Full-time·Added today

Still open when we checked on 8 Oct

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Marbella

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Per the ad.

  • Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

    “Grado Medio/ Superior en Servicios de Restauración / Dirección de Restaurante y/o similar. Formación en Enología y Coctelería.” — per the ad.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

🎓Intermediate/Advanced Degree in Restaurant Services / Restaurant Management and/or similar. Training in Enology and Mixology.

💼Minimum of 2 years of experience in the position in high-end or Michelin-starred restaurant environments.

🗣💬English, B2 Level. Other languages are a plus.

🖥🖱Microsoft Office package.

The role

KENA BY AKIRO is a Nikkei cuisine restaurant (Japanese-Peruvian fusion) located on the rooftop of Hotel El Fuerte, with the best views in Marbella. We offer a high-end culinary experience in a space with character and privileged views, taking our diners on a gastronomic journey through Nikkei fusion.

A Nikkei restaurant and terrace in Marbella, where gastronomy, cocktails, and atmosphere become a single experience. Conceived as a destination from sunset, Kena transforms the terrace into a space where light, rhythm, and social energy define the experience. A concept designed to attract both hotel guests and visitors seeking to explore the destination, establishing itself as a reference terrace in Marbella.

What you'll do

🔔We are looking for a Bartender passionate about hospitality, eager to join a solid team from its opening. They will be responsible for serving and selling the beverage varieties, ensuring a professional and quality service, as well as ensuring customer satisfaction by following established protocols and standards.

  • Carrying out the duties of customer service at the bar according to established protocols.
  • Preparing cocktails, mixed drinks, and beverages from the menu following the recipes and established presentation standards.
  • Ensuring the achievement of departmental goals, as well as compliance with critical processes and area presentations, in accordance with established standards.
  • Receiving, informing, and advising customers on the different products offered.
  • Taking beverage orders and serving customer requests.
  • Handle billing and payment collection from the customer.
  • Assisting in the preparation of work areas for bar service, as well as the electronic devices to be used and disconnecting them at the end.
  • Check and monitor the materials necessary for the proper performance of the duties of the position.
  • Storing received products and/or materials in the corresponding areas and assisting in restocking them, collaborating with the barback.
  • Carry out monitoring of available stock.

You will have access to multiple benefits

You will work at Fuerte Group Hotels, a great family of top-tier professionals with nearly 7 decades in the hospitality sector that has grown through differentiated brands, especially in southern Spain.

💥 Competitive salary policy.

💟 Unique work environment, excellent working atmosphere surrounded by great professionals, reference position at a premium Nikkei restaurant in Marbella.

📈 Development opportunities, career plans so that we can grow together.

📚 Ongoing training: we invest in and boost your talent. Special focus on improving your language skills.

You are ideal for the position if…

📩 Apply for the position now and join the Fuerte Group universe. Share this offer with your contacts, you can discover more offers and get to know Fuerte Group Hotels at talent.fuerte-group.com

About Fuerte Group Hotels

Fuerte Group Hotels is a Spanish hospitality company that owns and operates a portfolio of hotels and resorts, primarily in southern Spain. The group manages a diverse collection of properties ranging from large beachfront resorts to urban hotels, with a strong focus on the Andalusian tourism market. They operate under several brand names including Fuerte Hotels, Kena by Akiro, and Akiro, offering accommodation, dining, and wellness services.

In Spain, the company is headquartered in Marbella and has a significant presence across the Costa del Sol, including Marbella, Estepona, and Conil de la Frontera. They are a major local employer, frequently hiring for roles in hospitality, maintenance, and spa services. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, service-oriented environment in one of Europe's top tourist destinations, with roles often involving direct guest interaction and a multicultural work atmosphere.

Industry
Hospitality
Founded
1980
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Marbella, Spain
In Spain
Marbella, Seville, Conil de la Frontera

Good to know if you are moving

  • The company is headquartered in Marbella, Spain, and its operations are primarily in the Andalusia region, offering a strong local employment base.
  • Spanish language proficiency is essential for most guest-facing roles, as the company's clientele is predominantly Spanish-speaking.
  • The group operates several distinct hotel brands (Fuerte Hotels, Kena by Akiro, Akiro), which can offer varied career paths within the same company.
  • The company is a significant employer in the Costa del Sol area, providing opportunities in hospitality, maintenance, and spa services.
  • As a hotel group, the company offers roles that are not typically found in corporate settings, such as lifeguard, waiter, and spa therapist.
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