Bartender

Hilton Garden Inn Hotel; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 15,153 - 16,531; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Garden Inn Hotel is seeking a bartender to craft and serve beverages with precision while engaging with guests and upholding food safety standards. The role spans fine dining, nightclub, and banquet settings, suited for those who thrive in fast-paced hospitality environments.

Responsibilities include efficient beverage service, guest engagement, POS management with Toast, and maintaining bar cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bartender in hospitality settings such as fine dining, nightclub, or banquet.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to connect with diverse guests.
• Knowledge of food handling, food safety standards, and responsible alcohol serving practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages efficiently, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.
• Engage with guests in a friendly, professional manner to enhance their overall experience.
• Manage POS systems such as Toast for accurate order processing and card handling.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Monitor guest behavior to ensure responsible serving practices, especially during nightlife or nightclub events.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and event coordinators during catering, banquet, or food service operations to meet guest needs seamlessly.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills to handle multiple orders efficiently during busy hours.

Skills

Bartender experience

Customer service

Mixology

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Overview

Join our dynamic hospitality team as a Bartender, where your energy and passion for exceptional service will create memorable experiences for our guests. In this lively role, you will craft and serve beverages with precision, engage with diverse clientele, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and customer satisfaction. Your expertise will contribute to a vibrant atmosphere, whether in a fine dining setting, nightclub, or banquet event. We're looking for motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to showcase their mixology skills while delivering outstanding hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages efficiently, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.
• Engage with guests in a friendly, professional manner to enhance their overall experience.
• Manage POS systems such as Toast for accurate order processing and card handling.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Monitor guest behavior to ensure responsible serving practices, especially during nightlife or nightclub events.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and event coordinators during catering, banquet, or food service operations to meet guest needs seamlessly.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills to handle multiple orders efficiently during busy hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bartender in fine dining, nightclub, or banquet settings preferred.
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Toast is highly desirable.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to connect with diverse guests.
• Knowledge of food handling, food safety standards, and responsible alcohol serving practices.
• Strong math skills for retail math, and basic calculations related to sales and inventory.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in food industry roles such as serving or catering is a plus. Join us to be part of an energetic team that values hospitality excellence! Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create unforgettable moments for our guests while advancing your career in the vibrant world of food service and beverage!

Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour

Work Location: In person