What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel Bartender position at Courtyard by Marriott - Petoskey, Michigan?
Are you a hospitality professional who thrives on crafting memorable experiences, mixing creative cocktails, and delivering exceptional service? Do you bring energy, personality, and a passion for connecting with guests to every shift? If you love creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere and going above and beyond for guests, join us as our next Bartender and make every drink—and every guest interaction—unforgettable!
Why You’ll Love This Job
- Mix traditional and innovative cocktails, design unique flavor pairings, and make every drink a memorable experience.
- Build relationships with guests, anticipate their needs, and create a welcoming environment that keeps them coming back.
- Work in a fast-paced, social environment where every shift brings new interactions and opportunities.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Greet guests, start conversations, and create memorable interactions that exceed expectations.
- Mix cocktails to recipe standards, prep garnishes, stock the bar, and maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Suggest drinks based on guest preferences and upsell specialty beverages.
- Open and manage tabs, process payments, record transactions, and balance cash receipts.
- Verify guests’ ages, enforce alcohol consumption policies, and maintain a safe bar environment.
- Assist team members during busy periods, support other departments as needed, and follow all 6PM Hospitality and Hilton standards.
Who You Are
- High school diploma required; bartending school graduate with at least one year of bartending experience.
- Excellent communication skills, social perceptiveness, and a talent for creating positive guest experiences.
- TIPS, ServSafe, and CPR certified (or willing to obtain); committed to enforcing alcohol and safety policies.
- Comfortable standing for long periods, lifting over 30 pounds, and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Passionate about mixology, flavor pairings, and providing consistent, high-quality drinks and service.
- Flexible and reliable with varying schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Salary : $18 - $25