Experienced Mixologist

About the role

Bosse Events, a professional event management and staffing agency based in Durban North, is recruiting experienced mixologists for its hospitality staffing team. The role suits skilled cocktail professionals with extensive practical experience preparing classic and contemporary cocktails and delivering premium beverage experiences. It is a part-time position suited to confident, creative and professional people who understand cocktail preparation, presentation, speed of service and guest engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare classic and contemporary cocktails to professional standards.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of spirits, liqueurs, mixers and cocktail ingredients.
• Create and present visually appealing cocktails.
• Prepare garnishes, syrups, infusions and cocktail ingredients.
• Work efficiently at busy cocktail stations and event bars.
• Interact professionally with guests and explain cocktail ingredients.
• Assist with cocktail menu preparation and recommendations where required.
• Set up cocktail stations, equipment, glassware and ingredients.
• Maintain stock control and minimise beverage wastage.
• Follow responsible alcohol service practices and maintain hygiene and presentation standards.
• Work alongside event bartenders, bar supervisors and onsite managers.

Required profile

• Minimum 1 year of proven experience as a mixologist or specialist cocktail bartender.
• Previous experience in premium cocktail bars, hotels, restaurants or luxury hospitality venues.
• Ability to produce consistent cocktails during high-volume service.
• Strong guest interaction and communication skills.
• Professional appearance and excellent personal grooming.
• Reliable transport to and from venues.
• Availability for evenings, weekends and event assignments.
• Contactable references from previous hospitality employers.

Required skills

• Excellent knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails and strong understanding of spirits and flavour combinations.
• Confident use of professional cocktail equipment and experience with garnishing and presentation.
• Experience handling POS systems and customer payments; GAAP POS experience is advantageous.

What we offer

• Opportunities to work at premium corporate events, private functions and VIP experiences.
• Flexible casual and event-based assignments, including specialist cocktail bars and beverage activations.
• Potential for regular bookings and preferred specialist assignments.
• Payment rates confirmed before each assignment.
• The chance to join the Bosse Events specialist hospitality staffing team.