Saikindō Bartender

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:

In a vibrant urban community right on the water, Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island welcomes guests with bright, open spaces, embracing expansive views of the city skyline and the sparkling waves of the Arabian Gulf. On dynamic, upscale Al Maryah Island – Abu Dhabi’s business and lifestyle destination – Four Seasons is located within a 34-storey glass tower, both high-tech and environmentally advanced. Sophisticated new concepts throughout the Hotel define Four Seasons as Abu Dhabi’s most exciting waterfront location. Blending urban chic and understated luxury, we offer 200 light-filled accommodations, including 38 suites – all with water views. With six creative restaurants and lounges, this is Al Maryah Island’s premier location for stylish entertaining. Every moment is elevated by thoughtful Four Seasons service, anticipating each guest’s unique personal needs – whether the goal is relaxing on vacation or staying efficient for business.

About Saikindō

Saikindō is a bold, Japanese-inspired music and mixology bar located at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island. The concept blends authentic traditions with modern creativity, offering a unique experience through curated music, innovative cocktails, and elevated service.

Every element—from design to guest journey—has been crafted to deliver a memorable, high-end experience with each visit. Joining the opening team means being part of a groundbreaking venue set to redefine luxury nightlife in the region.

About the role

The Saikindō Bartender provides hotel guests and servers with quick and efficient beverage service with a complete working knowledge of all products served by the bar.

What you will do

• Prepare and serve a selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks from the menu while ensuring proper pouring, mixing, and blending according to established recipes and established Four Seasons Standards.
• Serve a variety of beverages and have excellent knowledge of the beverage menu;
• Develop complete knowledge of all products offered by the bar such as wines, cocktails, beers, Armagnacs, cognacs, spirits and all other beverages.
• Perform all opening and closing tasks at the bar; be able to set-up tables as per required standards.
• Have detailed knowledge of all menu items whether it be food or beverages.

• Tidy up and clean bar area during service hours.
• Ensure bar is properly stocked at all times and that opening and closing tasks are executed.
• Immediately report all incidents or atypical situations to the Saikindō Beverage Director and Head Bartender.
• Confirm guest orders including any special needs or requests from the lounge server using the hotel’s point-of-sales system; check completed orders with the guest’s original order.

• Anticipate guest needs, ascertain satisfaction, and offer suggestions, and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests.
• Communicate with guest and employees using a positive and clear speaking voice. Listen to understand requests respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.

• Assist with bar inventory.
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by the Saikindō Floor Manager, Saikindō Beverage Director, Asst. Director of F&B and Hotel Manager.

What you bring

• One to two years’ previous experience as Bartender in Food & Beverage outlet.
• College education or equivalent experience;
• Previous employment experience in a similar position with other luxury Hotels will be an added advantage
• Ability to pour, mix, and blend a wide variety, of wines, spirits, and missed drinks.
• Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.

• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.
• Previous employment experience in a similar position with other luxury Hotels will be an added advantage
• Ability to proactively anticipate and prioritize the needs of the guest.
• Energetic and professional approach to his/her craft.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• and so much more!

Schedule & Hours

• This is a full-time position