Bartender

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

Career growth

Diverse guest experience

Job summary

A&R Group seeks a skilled Hotel Bartender for Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge, LA. You will craft signature cocktails, recommend wines, and deliver premium service to hotel guests and locals in a vibrant social space.

Responsibilities include bar setup, food service at the bar, inventory control, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment. Flexible shifts, opportunity for career growth, and employee discounts are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bartending experience (Hotel or upscale lounge preferred).
• Deep knowledge of spirits, wine, and classic mixology techniques.
• Must have or be able to obtain Louisiana Responsible Vendor (RV) Card.
• Flexible shifts including late nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, and wine per recipes and guest preferences.
• Provide food service at the bar top with speed and accuracy.
• Set up and break down the bar; maintain back-bar and prep area cleanliness.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with restocking, and track pour costs and waste.

Skills

Bartending

Spirits knowledge

Wine knowledge

Mixology techniques

Customer service

Job description

Hotel Bartender - Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge, LA

About the Role

Are you a mixology enthusiast who loves the energy of a professional hotel bar? We are looking for a skilled Hotel Bartender to be the face of our social space. From crafting signature cocktails for locals to recommending the perfect wine for a traveler, you will provide a premium experience that keeps guests coming back. If you are a high-energy professional with a "service-first" mindset, we want to meet you!

What You Will Do (Responsibilities)

• Beverage Artistry: Prepare and serve classic cocktails, local craft beers, and fine wines according to established recipes and guest preferences.
• Full-Service Hospitality: Serve food to guests at the bar top with the same speed and attention to detail as our dining room team.
• Bar Management: Set up and break down the bar daily, including prepping fresh garnishes and maintaining a spotless back-bar and prep area.
• Inventory & Quality: Monitor stock levels, assist in restocking, and maintain strict control over pour costs and waste logs.
• Guest Safety: Carefully verify IDs for legal drinking age and monitor alcohol consumption to ensure a safe, professional environment for all patrons.
• Financial Accuracy: Process guest payments, room charges, and cash transactions with high precision using our POS system.

What We Are Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: 2+ years of bartending experience (Hotel or upscale lounge experience is a plus).
• Expertise: Deep knowledge of spirits, wine, and classic mixology techniques.
• Permits: Must have or be able to obtain a Louisiana Responsible Vendor (RV) Card.
• Availability: Must be able to work flexible shifts, including late nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Stamina: Ability to stand and move quickly behind a bar for 8-10 hour shifts.
• Strength: Ability to safely lift cases of liquor/wine and assist in changing beer kegs (up to 50 lbs).
• Dexterity: High level of manual dexterity for pouring, garnishing, and using bar tools.

Why Join A&R Group?

• Dynamic Environment: Engage with a diverse mix of hotel guests and local regulars.
• Hotel Discounts: Access to incredible employee room rates at properties worldwide.
• Professional Growth: We value talent and provide clear pathways into F&B leadership and management.

Equal Opportunity Employer A&R Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability. We will make reasonable accommodations for known disabilities of otherwise qualified individuals.