The Cigar Room Attendant is responsible for creating an exceptional experience for guests in the cigar lounge by offering expert knowledge of cigars whiskey and related pairings. This role includes guiding guests in their selections maintaining the cigar and whiskey inventory and ensuring a refined welcoming ambiance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Guest Engagement & Guidance: Greet guests warmly assist with cigar and whiskey selections and provide expert pairing recommendations.
2. Product Knowledge: Maintain an extensive understanding of cigar types origins strengths and flavors as well as whiskey varieties and characteristics.
3. Inventory Management: Oversee cigar humidor and whiskey stock levels ensure freshness and order supplies as needed.
4. Presentation & Preparation: Assist guests with cigar cutting lighting and drink pouring to enhance their experience.
5. Education & Tasting Events: Host tastings and educational sessions to promote product knowledge and enjoyment.
6. Lounge Maintenance: Maintain the ambiance and cleanliness of the cigar room ensuring it is comfortable and inviting.
7. Compliance & Safety: Adhere to all health and safety regulations regarding smoking areas and uphold responsible alcohol service.
Requirements
Skills & Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a lounge cigar bar or related hospitality environment with a focus on cigars and whiskey.
Education: Certification in hospitality or mixology preferred; sommelier or spirits training is a plus.
Skills: Strong in guest service product knowledge and presentation.
Personal Attributes: Polished personable knowledgeable and attentive to detail.
Education Profile
Graduation: High school diploma or equivalent; certification in hospitality mixology or related field is a plus.
Special Course: Training or certifications in whiskey tasting cigar mastery or sommelier certifications are advantageous.
Personal Attributes
Knowledgeable: Indepth understanding of cigars and whiskey profiles origins and pairings.
Charismatic: Friendly approachable and able to engage guests.
DetailOriented: Careful with presentation storage and preparation techniques.
Professionalism: Maintains a polished appearance and upholds luxury service standards.
Communication Skills
Guest Interaction: Ability to communicate product knowledge clearly and engage guests in discussions about cigars and whiskey.
Active Listening: Attentive to guest preferences to make personalized recommendations.
Educational Skills: Capable of hosting tastings and guiding guests through product selections.
Team Coordination: Collaborates effectively with other staff to ensure a seamless lounge experience.
Languages Known: English or French
Key Competencies
Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of cigars whiskey and pairings.
Skills: Guest service product presentation inventory management.
Attitude: Enthusiasm for cigar and whiskey culture patience and adaptability.
Behavior: Professionalism reliability and commitment to delivering a refined experience.
Benefits
Accommodation
Work Visa
Flight Ticket
Company Shuttle
Insurance
The Cigar Room Attendant responsible for creating an exceptional experience for guests in the cigar lounge by offering expert knowledge of cigars, whiskey, and related pairings. This role includes guiding guests in their selections, maintaining the cigar and whiskey inventory, and ensuring a refined, welcoming ambiance. Key Responsibilities 1. Guest Engagement & Guidance: Greet guests warmly, assist with cigar and whiskey selections, and provide expert pairing recommendations. 2. Product Knowledge: Maintain an extensive understanding of cigar types, origins, strengths, and flavors, as well as whiskey varieties and characteristics. 3. Inventory Management: Oversee cigar humidor and whiskey stock levels, ensure freshness, and order supplies as needed. 4. Presentation & Preparation: Assist guests with cigar cutting, lighting, and drink pouring to enhance their experience. 5. Education & Tasting Events: Host tastings and educational sessions to promote product knowledge and enjoyment. 6. Lounge Maintenance: Maintain the ambiance and cleanliness of the cigar room, ensuring it is comfortable and inviting. 7. Compliance & Safety: Adhere to all health and safety regulations regarding smoking areas, and uphold responsible alcohol service. Skills & Qualifications - Experience: Minimum of 3+ years in a lounge, cigar bar, or related hospitality environment with a focus on cigars and whiskey. - Education: Certification in hospitality or mixology preferred; sommelier or spirits training is a plus. - Skills: Strong in guest service, product knowledge, and presentation. - Personal Attributes: Polished, personable, knowledgeable, and attentive to detail.