Bar Manager
Location
St. Julians, Malta
Location
St. Julians, Malta Location: Malta (Hard Rock Hotel)
Company: db Group Malta – Hospitality & Leisure Division
Headline: Lead the bar experience at a premier Hard Rock Hotel in Malta
Join db Group Malta — Malta’s premier hospitality & leisure group known for its dedication to excellence — as Bar Manager at the new Hard Rock Hotel property. Building on its solid reputation as Malta’s foremost corporate player in hospitality and leisure, the group is poised for the next chapter and invites professionals who thrive in dynamic beverage-led environments.
As Bar Manager you will be responsible for crafting an outstanding bar experience, designing drinks menus, training bar staff, managing inventory and vendor relations, and working closely with hotel and F&B leadership to elevate guest satisfaction and revenue generation.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and manage the drink concept, signature cocktails and beverage menu in alignment with the Hard Rock brand.
Oversee daily bar operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory control, cost management and service standards.
Train and mentor bartenders and bar staff to deliver engaging guest interactions and maintain high service quality.
Monitor bar performance metrics, drive profitability and assist in marketing/promotional activities.
Ensure compliance with local liquor licensing, safety and hygiene requirements.
Qualifications & Experience:
3-5 years’ experience as Bar Manager or similar role in a hotel/resort or upscale destination bar.
Deep knowledge of cocktails, beverage trends, inventory and cost control.
Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills; English fluency required, Balkan languages a plus.
Willingness to relocate to Malta and immerse in a guest-centric, international hospitality environment.
Interested candidates from the Balkans are invited to send their CV in English (with a clear indication of the position applied for: Head Chef / Restaurant Manager / Bar Manager) to [email protected] or via register button in this page.
Please include a cover letter outlining your suitability and relocation readiness to Malta.
About db Group Malta
db Group has evolved from a family-run business into Malta’s foremost corporate player in the tourism, hospitality & leisure sector. The company holds a diversified portfolio of hospitality brands and is committed to excellence as the cornerstone of its operations. The upcoming Hard Rock Hotel partnership underscores its ambition and provides an exciting environment for hospitality professionals seeking career advancement in an international setting.
Employment with db Group Malta is offered on a definite 1-year contract, renewable by mutual agreement. The salary is based on a 40-hour working week, in line with Maltese legislation.
You will also receive Vacation Leave and Government Bonus as per Maltese law. Additional performance bonuses and incentives may be awarded based on TripAdvisor guest reviews.
Other key benefits include:
Meals provided during shifts
Transport provided at the end of evening shifts
Company Discount Card
Basic Health Insurance after 1 year of service
Probation period: 4 or 6 months, depending on position
Two days off per week, subject to operational demands (may vary during peak season)
Overtime is paid according to Maltese employment law.
At the moment, db Group is not in a position to provide accommodation directly.
However, our HR team will gladly assist with recommendations and connect you with trusted housing contacts to help you secure a suitable place to live before your arrival.
Many of our employees find shared apartments or private rooms close to our resort locations with our guidance.
For non-EU citizens (Third Country Nationals – TCNs), a work permit (Single Permit) is required to work legally in Malta.
Candidates are responsible for covering the work visa and permit costs as part of their relocation process.
Additionally, TCNs must purchase specific insurance required for the work permit, which costs €194.
For EU citizens or individuals who do not require a work permit, db Group provides basic insurance coverage immediately upon employment.
Our HR team will guide you step-by-step through the visa application process and documentation once you receive your job offer.
db Group is Malta’s leading hospitality and leisure group, known for its high standards of excellence, international partnerships (including Hard Rock Hotel Malta), and commitment to staff development.
You will be part of a diverse, multicultural team, working in a professional and dynamic resort environment where performance is rewarded and growth opportunities are encouraged.
Many employees choose to renew their contracts and continue growing within db Group’s hospitality network in Malta’s thriving tourism sector.
