- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
About Hotel Cipriani
Opened in 1958 by Giuseppe Cipriani, Hotel Cipriani is a landmark of Venetian hospitality, set amid gardens on Giudecca Island overlooking the lagoon. Part of Belmond, within the LVMH group, the hotel combines Italian elegance, distinguished gastronomy and attentive, discreet service. As an employer, it offers a setting where hospitality professionals can contribute to a celebrated heritage through roles spanning guest relations, culinary arts, housekeeping and hotel operations. Its distinctive character calls for cultural sensitivity, meticulous attention to detail and collaborative expertise, appealing to individuals who take pride in thoughtful service and the enduring traditions of luxury hospitality.
Hotel Cipriani, a Belmond Hotel, is hiring a Bar and Pool Supervisor for Bar Gabbiano for the 2027 season. This full-time seasonal role runs from approximately mid-April to early October 2027, with five working days and two days off each week; the Supervisor reports to the Head Bartender and coordinates bar and pool service and operations with the Head Bartender and another Supervisor.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee daily bar activities, ensuring compliance with the luxury hotel's standards of excellence.
- Coordinate the bar team during service and support team members' training and professional development.
- Welcome guests and provide personalised, professional service attentive to the needs of an international clientele.
- Work with the bar manager to manage orders, stock and supplies, optimising costs without compromising quality.
- Ensure the correct application of hygiene and health regulations (HACCP) and food safety procedures in the bar.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in a similar position at a luxury hotel or high-end cocktail bar.
- Excellent knowledge of bartending and mixology techniques and customer service.
- Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a collaborative approach.
- Good knowledge of Italian and English; knowledge of French is an advantage.
- Candidates from outside the EU must be eligible to work in Italy at the time of application.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years in a similar position at a luxury hotel or high-end cocktail bar.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Venice, Veneto, Italy.
Benefits
Seasonal fixed-term contract with priority rights for return in subsequent seasons; monthly gross pay of €1,850, with 13th and 14th monthly payments paid separately; company welfare programme at the beginning and end of the season; performance bonus from June to September upon achieving the hotel's pre-established quality objectives; for employees residing outside the Municipality of Venice, accommodation in the on-site Staff House with dedicated staff canteen and laundry; life insurance and supplementary health insurance; uniform provided and laundered and pressed by the hotel laundry; in-person and online training through a dedicated platform, with access to programmes for Belmond staff.
Culture
Hotel Cipriani’s workplace culture reflects Venetian elegance, discreet service and meticulous attention to detail, with each team contributing to a highly personalised guest experience. Its distinctive setting on the island of Giudecca brings together hospitality expertise and local heritage, placing professionalism, collaboration and respect for tradition at the heart of daily work.
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