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Mixologist / Barista

Palacina

Nairobi County, Kenya · Full Time

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Experience
Any
Salary
Openings
1
Posted
1 week ago
Work mode
In office
Eligibility
Applicants with relevant hospitality experience in mixology/bartending and barista service, and who can work onsite in Nairobi County, Kenya, are eligible to apply.
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Job description

About the Role

Palacina is a boutique luxury hotel and residence in Nairobi, Kenya, recognized for its polished environment, attentive service, and high-quality food and beverage offerings. The team is looking for a lively and skilled Mixologist with barista capabilities to support the bar and lounge experience.

In this position, you will create well-crafted cocktails and coffee drinks while delivering friendly, attentive service that reflects a premium hospitality standard. The role calls for originality, product expertise, and a strong interest in guest experience.

What You’ll Do

  • Mix, prepare, and serve cocktails, mocktails, and other specialty drinks to a high standard.
  • Produce consistent premium coffee beverages and espresso-based drinks.
  • Interact with guests in a confident, approachable, and knowledgeable manner.
  • Keep the bar area tidy, organized, and fully supplied.
  • Deliver service that supports strong guest satisfaction and overall experience.
  • Use POS systems such as MICROS and Symphony for order handling and transactions.

What We’re Looking For

  • Prior experience working as a mixologist or bartender, along with barista skills, in a quality hospitality setting.
  • Good understanding of both classic and modern cocktail preparation.
  • Strong barista knowledge, including specialty coffee preparation techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with MICROS or Symphony POS systems.
  • Clear communication and strong people skills.
  • A professional, energetic, and guest-centered attitude.
  • Comfort working efficiently in a busy, fast-moving environment.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Nairobi County, Kenya. The employer values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of the number of applications expected, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants are expected to be available to begin immediately, as no start date or notice period was specified.

Who Can Apply

Candidates with relevant mixology/bartending experience and barista skills who are able to work on site in Nairobi and thrive in a premium hospitality environment may apply.

Note

The job post did not mention any salary, stipend, number of openings, education requirement, or application deadline.

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