Bartender

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Free room nights

Free parking

Headspace wellbeing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hotel Daphne in Houston seeks a Bartender to mix and serve drinks, take orders, and support bar operations. Role emphasizes strong communication and conflict resolution to ensure superb guest experiences in a Hyatt property.

Responsibilities include garnishing cocktails, serving items from the bar menu, maintaining bar cleanliness, handling payments, and assisting with menu planning as needed. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in hospitality or service industry.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand the primary language of the workplace.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other beverages to standard.
• Serve snacks or food items to customers as requested or send orders to Kitchen.
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
• Balance receipts and ensure payment is received from guests.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the bar area.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Job description

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"I joined as a server on the catering staff. Thanks to Hyatt's training and support, I now oversee a brilliant team that helps brings events to life."

Bar Daphne, the signature Bar at the new Hotel Daphne, is building a passionate & hospitality-driven team to bring it to life. We are seeking dynamic individuals who will capture the very essence of this neighborhood and join our team as a Bartender.

Who We Are:

Located in the charming Houston Heights neighborhood, Hotel Daphne is the latest project from Austin’s acclaimed hospitality group Bunkhouse Hotels. With 49 rooms, it’s an inviting escape in a residential neighborhood on the rise. Hotel Daphne features an all-day restaurant and bar, a library/small private events space, and a lobby retail shop signature to the Bunkhouse brand.

We’re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Free parking
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace
• Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

Your role

As Bartender you will mix and serve drinks to patrons (directly or through wait staff), wait on bar patrons and serve items from the bar menu. A Bartender must have good communication skills, the ability to resolve conflicts and a thorough understanding of Bunkhouse policies. All Bunkhouse/Hyatt employees are expected to greet all guests in proximity and make each feel important by providing a genuine welcome. Furthermore, Bartenders must develop and maintain the company’s culture, values, and reputation in the public eye, and with all staff, guests, vendors, and partners.

Responsibilities:

• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons
• Mix ingredients to prepare and garnish cocktails and other beverages according to Bunkhouse standards
• Serve snacks or food items to customers as requested or submit order to Kitchen
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays
• Help plan and organize the menu and operations of the Cocktail Lounge or Bar
• Ensure immediate response is given to all guest comments and concerns and inform immediate supervisor of concerns.
• Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
• Balance receipts and ensure payment is received from guests.
• Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers’ excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons
• Order or requisition liquors and supplies
• Ask customers who become loud and unruly to leave
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
• Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed.Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform the essential functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting quality standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to sit, stand, and squat frequently.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.