INTRODUCTION
Chateau Amsterdam is a start-up. Founded in 2017 with a small wine production, and now, 6 years later, we can produce 200,000 bottles of wine locally in Amsterdam in our new winery, adjacent to our restaurant where these wines are served. We are growing rapidly and constantly facing new challenges. In the coming years, our goal is to further expand both our wine production and distribution. Our ultimate ambition is for Chateau to become a Top 3 wine Brand in the Netherlands by 2025.
ROLE
As our Bartender, you create a relaxed atmosphere at our wine bar where guests can enjoy themselves and get to know more about our Amsterdam-made wines. You are able to guide guests through grapes and spirits and help them make choices according to their mood and taste. You’re skilled in cocktail making, coffee and (basic) latte art. You have wine knowledge or you’re willing to learn more about it.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a candidate with a previous bartending experience and who is comfortable working hands-on. You are enthusiastic and knowledgable about cocktails, wines and spirits and willing to transfer the knowledge to guests. Hospitality flows through your blood and you are full of energy. You can easily walk through our huge wine bar 50 times a day.
ORGANIZATION
You will report to the Bar Manager and work closely together with the restaurant and tasting room team. Chateau Amsterdam operates as a flat organization, where a small team of professionals collaboratively drive the operations.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE | COMPETENCIES
- Previous bartending experience (classic cocktails and spirits knowledge), coffee and latte art skills
- Interested in wine, knowledge is welcome but not required
- You are ambitious and driven to achieve goals
- You work discreetly, with precision and discipline
- You possess strong interpersonal skills and can handle various personalities
- Adaptable and resilient to navigate the startup to scale-up growth phases
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary, commensurate with knowledge and experience
- 25 vacation days (based on full-time)
- Opportunity for wine courses/training
- An inspiring work environment
- Travel reimbursement for commuting outside Amsterdam
- SAR scheme potential in the future