Bartender

Hersha Hospitality Management; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Bartender to join their team. In this role, you will serve beverages and food while ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction. You'll maintain a clean bar area, prepare drinks, and manage guest interactions, all while adhering to safety and sustainability practices. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth within the hospitality sector, with paths leading to managerial roles. If you have a passion for mixology and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a vibrant and supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Daily Pay

Free Basic Life Insurance

24/7 access to TELUS Health

Travel Discounts

Commuter Transit and Parking Benefits

Employee Assistance and Wellness Program

Educational/Professional Development

Qualifications

• Previous bartending/mixologist experience required or equivalent training.
• TIPS certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve beverages and food in a friendly and timely manner.
• Maintain clean and organized bar areas and manage guest satisfaction.
• Follow safety and sustainability guidelines.

Skills

Bartending

Mixology

Customer Service

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Opportunity: Bartender

Serve beverages and/or food in a friendly, courteous and timely manner, achieving a high level of guest satisfaction.

Your Growth Path

Beverage Manager/Restaurant Supervisor – Restaurant Manager – Food & Beverage Manager

Your Focus

• Maintain clean and organized bar areas.
• Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Prepare and serve drink and/or food orders.
• If applicable, take orders, and serve and clear food and beverage to guests seated at tables in bar and lounge areas.
• Issue guest check and complete payment process.
• Follow standards for identifying and managing intoxicated guests.
• Complete beverage requisitions to maintain par levels as needed.
• Complete required side work prior to shift end.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Assist with taking beverage inventory.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

• High school diploma preferred.
• TIPS certified a plus.
• Previous bartending/mixologist experience required or equivalent training.
• Food Sanitation certificate a plus, required within 90 days of employment.

HHM Hotels Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wages for full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401k Company Match.
• Daily Pay.
• Free Basic Life Insurance.
• 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource.
• Travel Discounts.
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits.
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Program.
• Educational/Professional Development.
• Referral Bonus Program.

Work Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends, and different shifts.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, and reaching with arms.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

About Us

HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.