Bartender - Villa San Michele, a Belmond Hotel

In the role of Bartender at Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany, you will shape the soul of our bar experience. With your creativity and passion for mixology, you will craft refined drinks that elevate each moment and create genuine connections with our guests. As an integral part of our Food & Beverage team, you will help set the tone for unforgettable Tuscan evenings. If you bring curiosity and a spirit of hospitality, this could be the right step in your journey.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wines, and beverages with consistency, accuracy, and a commitment to excellence.

• Ensure impeccable mise en place and maintain the bar environment according to LQA standards.

• Anticipate guest needs, offer personalized recommendations, and craft thoughtful, memorable experiences.

• Build authentic rapport with guests, handling enquiries and special requests with discretion and efficiency.

• Collaborate closely with the Bar Manager and F&B colleagues, supporting junior team members and fostering a culture of learning.

• Contribute to revenue goals through responsible upselling, cost awareness, and precise stock and inventory management.

• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a luxury bar or hospitality environment.
• Solid mixology skills, with a passion for beverages, techniques, and emerging industry trends.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a guest-centric mindset.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• High motivation to grow professionally within a luxury context and openness to continuous learning.

Benefits

At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks, and benefits, including:

• Seasonal Contract 2026 (C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo)

• Corporate Welfare
• Training and development opportunities designed to support your growth

• Team social events

• Meals provided at our staff canteen

• Accommodation included for non-residents

• Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations

About us

Villa San Michele, a Belmond Hotel, is a magnificent Renaissance masterpiece overlooking Florence. With unparalleled views, terraced gardens, and a facade designed by the School of Michelangelo, it is a work of art both inside and out. An ideal retreat after an intense day exploring the Renaissance capital and its Tuscan surroundings, the Villa is also the perfect setting for unforgettable events, offering sumptuous rooms and refined creative cuisine at La Loggia.

Villa San Michele is proudly part of the LVMH group and the Belmond collection, a global network of iconic hotels, trains, and river cruises, all dedicated to offering exceptional experiences worldwide. Joining one of our properties means becoming part of a large international family, made up of places rich in history and breathtaking destinations, where people are at the heart of the Belmond experience.