BARTENDER (Part-time)

About the Role:

The Part-Time Bartender plays a crucial role in delivering an exceptional guest experience within hotel industry. This position is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a timely and professional manner while maintaining a clean and organized bar area. The bartender will engage with customers to provide personalized service, recommend drinks, and ensure compliance with all alcohol service regulations to promote a safe environment. This role requires balancing speed and accuracy during busy periods while maintaining a friendly and approachable demeanor. Ultimately, the Part-Time Bartender contributes to the establishment’s reputation by enhancing customer satisfaction and supporting overall operational success.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience in food and beverage serving or bartending roles.
• Knowledge of mixology techniques and ability to prepare a wide range of cocktails.
• Certification or training in alcohol service compliance, such as a TABC and Food Handler certification.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast-paced bar or restaurant environment.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and cash handling procedures.
• Additional certifications related to hospitality or customer service.
• Multilingual abilities to serve a diverse customer base.
• Knowledge of local and state alcohol laws and regulations beyond basic compliance.
• Attends and participates in on-going alcohol and food safety training meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standardized recipes and customer preferences.
• Engage with guests to take orders, provide recommendations, and ensure a positive and welcoming atmosphere.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including restocking supplies and cleaning glassware and utensils.
• Monitor customer alcohol consumption to ensure compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
• Handle cash and electronic payments accurately and efficiently while balancing the cash register at the end of shifts.
• Communicates confidently and promptly with guests, vendors, peers and management.
• Performs other duties which he/she has been trained for as needed and requested.

Skills:

The required skills of food and beverage serving, mixology, and alcohol service compliance are essential for daily Brand Hotel operations, enabling the bartender to craft quality drinks and provide excellent customer service while ensuring safety. Mixology skills allow the bartender to create classic and innovative cocktails that meet customer expectations and enhance their experience. Food and beverage serving skills ensure efficient order taking, timely delivery, and proper handling of drinks and barware. Alcohol service compliance skills are critical to responsibly monitor consumption and prevent service to underage or intoxicated patrons, maintaining legal and ethical standards. Preferred skills such as POS system familiarity and multilingual communication further enhance efficiency and inclusivity, supporting smooth transactions and a welcoming environment for all guests.