Head Mixologist | season 2026 | Grand Hotel… at Belmond · Taormina

In the role of Head Mixologist at Grand Hotel Timeo, you will be a pivotal leader within our bar team, guiding operations and ensuring an unparalleled beverage experience for our esteemed guests. Specifically, you will be in charge of overseeing the operations of the new bar at Villa Timeo, bringing its unique concept to life. You will manage staff, maintain inventory, and uphold the highest standards of service and mixology across your domain. If you possess a proven track record in bar management, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for elevating the guest experience in a luxury setting, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Supervising and coordinating the daily operations of the bar, ensuring smooth and efficient service, with primary responsibility for the new bar at Villa Timeo.
• Training, mentoring, and motivating bar staff (including Demi Chefs de Bar and Bartenders), fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Assisting in the development and innovation of cocktail menus, ensuring creativity and alignment with current trends and guest preferences for the new Villa Timeo bar.
• Maintaining strict control over inventory, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing waste, to optimize profitability.
• Ensuring consistent adherence to all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, as well as licensing laws.
• Handling guest inquiries and complaints promptly and professionally, ensuring complete guest satisfaction.
• Collaborating with the Chef de Bar and other F&B leaders to ensure seamless service integration across all outlets.
• Monitoring sales and performance, implementing strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Maintaining an impeccably presented bar area, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and a sophisticated ambiance.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience as a Bar Supervisor or a senior Bartender role, preferably within a luxury hotel, high-end restaurant, or exclusive bar.
• Extensive knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, premium spirits, wines, and beers, with a refined palate.
• Exceptional mixology skills and a strong ability to innovate and develop new beverage concepts.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on staff development and motivation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a guest-centric approach.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, cost control, and POS systems.
• Fluent in Italian and English (both written and spoken). Knowledge of additional languages is a significant advantage.
• Impeccable personal presentation, a professional demeanor, and a natural ability to connect with guests and team members.
• Relevant certifications in bartending, hospitality management, or spirits knowledge (e.g., WSET) are highly desirable.

What We Offer:

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 according with "C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Federalberghi."

• Corporate Welfare provided.

• Team social events.

• Meals provided at our staff canteen during working hours.

• A unique opportunity to gain experience in a world-class luxury environment.

• Participation in the hotel's training and development programs.

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.

About Us:

Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond Hotel, is a storied Sicilian hideaway in the heart of Taormina. Adjacent to the ancient Greek Theatre, its views span majestic Mount Etna and Naxos Bay. Since the mid-1800s, this exclusive enclave away from the crowds has proved irresistible to discerning visitors, from celebrated writers such as DH Lawrence to Hollywood icons. Today, it is the perfect setting for memorable stays, enhanced by a wide array of experiences including Michelin-starred dining and exclusive concierge bookings.

The Belmond & LVMH Family

Belmond is proud to be part of LVMH, and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.