Bartender

RESIDENCE INN - FT. LAUDERDALE AIRPORT; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

PTO and holidays

401k with Employer Match

DailyPay option

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Residence Inn - Ft. Lauderdale Airport is hiring a Bartender to craft high-quality beverages and deliver excellent guest service. You will handle transactions, maintain the bar area, and support food preparation as needed.

Join a hospitality team that values safety, compliance, and guest satisfaction. On-site shifts may include evenings and weekends, with benefits and opportunities for growth within the hotel chain.

Qualifications

• Must be of legal age to serve alcohol.
• At least 1 year of food-and-beverage experience preferred.
• Hotel/restaurant or retail food-service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus.
• Food-handler and responsible alcohol-service certifications are preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages according to recipes and standards.
• Verify IDs and comply with alcohol-service laws and policies.
• Provide menu and beverage recommendations to guests.
• Process charges and tips accurately using the POS system.
• Maintain bar stock, liquor inventory, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Complete opening/closing, cleaning, and stocking tasks.
• Assist with food prep, service, and storage when needed.
• Respond professionally to guest questions or concerns.
• Follow safety procedures for food and alcohol handling.
• Possess and maintain required certifications for alcohol-service.
• Perform other duties as trained and assigned.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Cocktail knowledge

Cash handling

Team player

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Description

LBA Hospitality is hiring! Benefits available to all associates include: a quarterly bonus program, paid time off (PTO and holidays), 401k with Employer Match, Option to be paid daily with DailyPay, competitive wages, hotel discounts, and so much more!

Join our hospitality team and help create an enjoyable, welcoming experience for every guest. The Bartender prepares and serves high-quality beverages, provides prompt and courteous service, processes transactions accurately, and maintains a clean, organized, guest-ready bar.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages according to recipes, brand standards, and guest requests.
• Verify identification and follow all applicable alcohol-service laws and company policies.
• Provide menu and beverage recommendations while promoting featured items.
• Accurately process charges, payments, and gratuities using the applicable point-of-sale system.
• Maintain bar supplies, liquor inventory, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
• Complete opening, closing, cleaning, stocking, and other assigned side work.
• Assist with food preparation, service, and storage when required.
• Respond professionally to guest questions or concerns.
• Follow food-safety, alcohol-safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain required responsible alcohol-service and food-handling certifications.
• Perform other related duties within the associate’s training and capabilities.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Must meet the minimum legal age to prepare and serve alcoholic beverages.
• At least one year of food-and-beverage experience preferred.
• Hotel, restaurant, chain, or retail food-service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; associate degree is a plus.
• Food-handler and responsible alcohol-service certifications are preferred at hire and may be required after employment.
• Knowledge of cocktails, beverage trends, responsible alcohol service, and basic cash handling.
• Friendly, dependable, and able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Physical and Scheduling Requirements

1. With or without reasonable accommodation, the associate must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, stretch, and reach; lift or carry up to 30 pounds; and push or pull up to 60 pounds. This on-site position may require varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
2. Employment may be subject to job-related screening consistent with company policy and applicable law.