Bartender

Cambria Detroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambria Detroit is expanding and seeks a dynamic Bartender to join our hotel bar team. You will craft craft cocktails, greet guests promptly, and maintain a clean, organized bar and dining area.

Ideal candidates have prior bartending experience, a strong knowledge of spirits and house recipes, excellent communication, and the ability to work weekends and holidays in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Must be friendly, outgoing and organized.
• Fast-paced craft cocktail bar experience required.
• Able to learn and follow house recipes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; customer service focus.
• Flexibility with alternating shifts and team environment.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to handle difficult patrons professionally.
• Cash register software experience or ability to learn.

Responsibilities

• Take drink orders, mix and serve cocktails according to recipes.
• Enter orders into POS, handle payments and make change.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and attractive display.
• Greet guests within 90 seconds and provide attentive service.
• Work shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Friendly

Organized

Craft cocktails

Team player

Follow recipes

Communication

Customer service

Flexibility

Observational skills

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Cambria Hotel in Detroit is expanding and looking for a dynamic and energetic Bartender to join our team!

The Cambria Hotel in Detroit features amenities that appeal to modern travelers, including immersive, spa-style bathrooms with Bluetooth mirrors - Contemporary and sophisticated guest rooms, complete with modern fixtures, abundant lighting, and plush bedding – Multiple food and beverage options - Flexible meeting and event space- State-of-the-art fitness center - Locally inspired designs

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Report for duty punctually and in full uniform.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of all policies, procedures and standards stated in Cambria Detroit Handbook.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Place products on display with labels facing the customer and return items to their designated space.
• Have an in-depth knowledge of all spirits, beer, wine, as well as house recipes for all drinks.
• Have an in-depth understanding of all food and non-alcohol related products offered.
• Welcome each guest personally within 90 seconds.
• Communicate with guests using clear and enthusiastic words, tone, and body language always.
• Mix, garnish and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons of bar and dining room strictly following standard recipes.
• Enter drink orders into POS system immediately, collect money from guests for drinks served and make change.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to maintain an attractive display.
• Wash and polish stemware and glassware.
• Be attentive to guest needs.
• Monitor guests for signs of intoxication.
• Responsibly serve alcohol.
• Serve food as needed.
• Work shifts not only relative to Bar Service. Prep work and Inventory work to be expected.
• Expected to be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Expected to be able to pivot in situations of position placement as needed by management.
• Other duties as directed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• The ideal candidate for this position must be extremely friendly, outgoing, and organized.
• This is a high volume, Craft Cocktail Bar. Almost 90% of beverage service being craft cocktails. The ideal candidate is not only fast, but extremely organized, can work in a team environment and must be able to adhere to recipes in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Accuracy and efficiency is a must with ideal candidates.
• Positive attitude and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility when working alternating shifts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent observational skills and situational awareness.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills including dealing with difficult and rude patrons.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Extensive knowledge of drink preparation, food, and service.
• Ability to learn cash register software used by bar/restaurant.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior bartending experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop, and wipe.
• Must be able to walk/stand for entire shift.
• Must be able to lift to 35 pounds.
• Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly.
• Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with Federal and State laws.

Cambria Detroit provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.