Marcliffe Hotel, Aberdeen

Are you passionate about hospitality, love creating memorable guest experiences, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Marcliffe Hotel is looking for an enthusiastic, professional, and personable Banqueting Bartender to join our events team.

At Marcliffe, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, attention to detail, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. As a Banqueting Bartender, you’ll play an important role in making every event special by providing outstanding beverage service and creating genuine connections with our guests.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Welcome guests warmly and professionally, ensuring an excellent first impression.

• Prepare and serve a variety of drinks, cocktails, wines, beers, and other beverages to the highest standards.

• Provide knowledgeable recommendations and identify opportunities to enhance the guest experience and increase sales.

• Maintain excellent product knowledge to confidently advise guests on our drinks and wine selections.

• Ensure the bar is fully stocked, organised, and ready for service.

• Keep bar and service areas clean, tidy, and presentable throughout events.

• Clear glasses promptly and ensure guests’ needs are attended to throughout their visit.

• Process bills and payments accurately and efficiently.

• Follow bar opening, setup, and closing procedures.

• Check identification and verify customers’ ages in accordance with Scottish alcohol licensing legislation.

• Maintain professional grooming and presentation standards at all times.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver seamless, personalised service at events.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous hospitality experience, ideally 1–2 years.

• Practical bartending skills, including preparing cocktails and serving wine, beer, spirits, and other beverages.

• A genuine passion for customer service and creating memorable guest experiences.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A friendly, confident, and professional manner.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• The ability to multitask, prioritise, and remain calm under pressure.

• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Flexibility to meet the demands of a busy events operation.

• A good command of spoken and written English.

• Knowledge of Scottish alcohol licensing legislation is advantageous.

• Must be aged 18 or over.

Why Join Marcliffe?

Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality in a distinguished hotel setting. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, work at a variety of events, and help create memorable occasions for our guests.

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, professionalism, personality, and a genuine passion for hospitality to every shift.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you’re enthusiastic about bartending, enjoy working with people, and take pride in delivering outstanding service, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to become part of Marcliffe Hotel team!

Location: Marcliffe Hotel, Aberdeen, and other designated venues.

Applicants must comply with applicable Scottish alcohol licensing legislation and all hotel policies and procedures.