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Bar Assistant

On-site in Las Palmas·Part-time·Added 22 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Meliá Hotels

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Las Palmas
Contract: Part-time
English: Required

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- We will value studies in Hospitality, Restoration, or related fields.
- Previous experience as a bar waiter/waitress assistant in hotel or restaurant bars will be valued, although it is not essential.
- Proactive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and ability to work in a team. - Basic knowledge of English is essential; other languages will be positively valued.
- Availability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Dynamic person, eager to learn and grow in the hospitality sector.

The role

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Continuing at Meliá is an opportunity to learn, grow, and keep building your career within a global team. Here you can take on new challenges and access experiences in different destinations, while remaining part of our family.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with us?

Paradisus Gran Canaria, an impressive new resort integrated into a lush setting and located opposite San Agustín beach. Its distinguished service and exquisite architecture and interior design will immerse you in a unique luxury experience imbued with the essence of the local culture and destination. This accommodation in Gran Canaria is a "Destination® Inclusive Luxury Resort", an innovative all-inclusive concept offering immersive local culture and destination activities both inside and outside the hotel.

At Paradisus Gran Canaria, a 5-star luxury All-Inclusive hotel, we are looking for a bar waiter/waitress assistant, people passionate about hospitality who want to be part of our bar team. If you want to help provide exceptional experiences for our guests in a sophisticated and dynamic environment, we are looking for you!

Job Purpose:
You will support the service team in attending to guests, ensuring they enjoy excellent, personalized service, in line with Paradisus luxury standards.

What you'll do

- Prepare the service stations in the bars, ensuring everything is in perfect condition before the start of each shift.
- Assist the waiters/waitresses in taking orders and delivering drinks and snacks, ensuring speed and quality of service.
- Restock products and supplies in the bars, such as drinks, glassware, and utensils, to ensure continuous service. - Assist in preparing simple drinks and maintaining cleanliness and order in the work areas.
- Attend to guests with kindness and professionalism, resolving questions and assisting with their needs.
- Comply with the hotel's personal presentation, customer service, and health and safety protocols.
- Support special events or activities involving the bar area.

What are we looking for?

We look forward to meeting you!

Hiring process

REMEMBER: Before submitting your application, you must inform your direct supervisor and/or Hotel Director, and your Human Resources manager of your interest in participating in the internal selection process. Your line manager will not have the authority to authorize or block the submission of an application, but they must be duly informed.

About Meliá Hotels

Meliá Hotels International is a Spanish hotel company and one of the world's largest resort hotel chains. Founded in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, the company operates over 350 hotels across more than 40 countries, spanning brands such as Gran Meliá, Meliá, ME by Meliá, Innside by Meliá, and Paradisus. The company is a global leader in the hospitality industry, with a strong focus on leisure and business travel, and is known for its Mediterranean heritage and premium service standards.

Meliá has a very significant presence in Spain, its home market, with a wide network of hotels across the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and the mainland. The company is a major employer in Spain, offering a wide range of roles in hotel operations, food and beverage, and management. For international professionals, Meliá offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment within a leading global hospitality brand, with roles often requiring Spanish language skills and a passion for customer service.

Industry: Hotels
Founded: 1956
Employees: 40,000–50,000
Headquarters: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In Spain: Palma de Mallorca, Madrid, Barcelona and 17 more
Website: melia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Meliá is a Spanish company, so working there offers a direct path to living and working in Spain, particularly in popular tourist destinations like the Balearic and Canary Islands.
The company operates a large number of hotels in Spain, providing many job opportunities in various departments such as food & beverage, housekeeping, and front office.
As a global hotel chain, Meliá has a multicultural workforce, and English is often used in international tourist destinations, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
The company offers internal mobility and career development opportunities within its extensive portfolio of hotels in Spain and worldwide.
Many roles, especially in food & beverage and housekeeping, may require Spanish language skills to interact with local staff and guests.

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Additional information

At Meliá Hotels International we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the support of management and the principles contained in our Human Resources policies. We also care about spreading a corporate culture committed to effective equality throughout the entire workforce, and raising awareness of the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination, especially that related to disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is fundamental to our success as a global company.

Furthermore, we are committed to the sustainable growth of our sector through a great, socially responsible human team. In this regard, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present" Thanks to all our collaborators we make this possible.

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