Bartender

Onni Group of Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Savings Account

Flexible Saving Account

Annual Education Allowance

Referral Program

Team-building events

Friends and Family rates

Job summary

The Emily Hotel, part of the Onni Group of Companies, seeks a friendly Bartender to craft beverages and support bar service in a fast-paced hotel environment. You will follow recipes, assist with related duties, and contribute to a refined guest experience.

Greet guests warmly, stock the bar, operate the POS, and work a variety of shifts including weekends. The role requires strong hospitality, multitasking, and the ability to stand for long periods in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a fast paced bar and/or restaurant preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Passion for hospitality and strong knowledge of spirits, beer and wine.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and acknowledge arrival.
• Prepare and serve beverages according to recipes and contracts.
• Stock bar areas with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies.
• Available to work a variety of hours, including weekends.
• Operate the bar top, cocktail station, and dining room orders.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Bartender experience

Hospitality knowledge

Spirits/beer/wine knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about the art of mixology and delivering refined guest experiences? At The Emily Hotel, our Bartenders are more than beverage experts, they create elevated moments that leave a lasting impression. As a Bartender you will be responsible for preparing beverages for guests according to recipe, as well as serving food for guests that dine in the bar area. Assists with Busser, Food Runner and Barista duties as directed. A friendly, accommodating demeanor, as well as an ability to multitask, are essential for success in this position.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive payand a Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel and The Emily Hotel

What Will You Do?

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Warmly greet and acknowledge guests upon arrival.
• Prepare and serve beverages to guests according to recipes and contracts
• Stock/restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Effectively service a full bar top, cocktail station, and dining room orders
• Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
• Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Ensure overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
• Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2tanks and soda dispensers
• Manually wash and sanitize glassware and bar tools
• Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory
• Responsible for the security and reconciliation of the bar cash drawer
• Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
• Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and account for and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
• Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
• Use sales techniques and present and encourage current promotions to guests
• Follow all steps of service
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed

What You Bring

• Minimum 2 years experience in a fast paced bar and/or restaurant preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Passion for hospitality
• Strong spirits, beer and wine knowledge

Salary Range

$14.80 / Hourly

About The Company

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.