Bartender

KARIER; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PayActive: Access up to 40% of earnedW

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Full healthcarebenefits

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

KARIER bartenders bring classic and creative cocktails to our vibrant hotel bar, delivering exceptional service while engaging with guests, managing bar inventory, and keeping a clean, organized workspace.

This role suits those with a passion for hospitality and a flair for mixology, with opportunities to grow into supervisory roles. Certification is a plus, and eligibility to work in the United States is required; evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have hospitality mindset and strong guest interaction skills.
• Experience in bartending or hotel/bar setting is helpful.
• Certifications such as bartender certification are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Craft classic and creative cocktails for guests.
• Mix and serve drinks; ensure timely guest service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Report to Beverage Manager or Bar Supervisor.

Skills

Mixology

Guest engagement

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Combination of education and experience

Bartender certification

Job description

Bartender/Mixologist

As a Bartender/Mixologist, you’ll craft classic and creative beverages while delivering exceptional service in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. You’ll engage with guests, manage bar inventory, and ensure a clean, organized bar environment. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for hospitality, strong attention to detail, and a flair for mixology.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be the life of the party at our hotel bar, creating innovative and delicious cocktails that delight our guests.
• Your daily tasks will include mixing and serving drinks, maintaining the cleanliness of the bar area, and providing exceptional customer service.
• You will report to the Beverage Manager or Bar Supervisor.
• A job as a bartender/mixologist can lead to opportunities as a bar manager, sommelier, or even food and beverage manager, making it an excellent choice for those who are passionate about the hospitality industry.

Education & Experience

Hotel experience is always a plus! Applicants should have

• A combination of education and experience

Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have completed special certifications, such as bartender certification.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Eligible to work in the United States
• Sufficient education and/or literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift as required—with or without reasonable accommodations
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed
• A warm, professional demeanor that reflects HVMG’s Culture of Excellence

This position may require a varied schedule, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Please share your scheduling needs.

Why Our Associates Love HVMG

• Career growth opportunities across our nationwide portfolio
• Flexible scheduling
• Access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday with PayActive
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Full healthcarebenefits
• medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with guaranteed 4% match and no vesting period
• Exclusive hotel and food & beverage discounts

About HVMG

Our Be Excellent culture is more than just words on a website -- we live and breathe it. As one associate said in an anonymous survey, "This is the best management company I've ever worked for. They walk the talk from the corporate office to the field."

We believe that the hotel business is one of the few industries in which successful career paths can start anywhere on the org chart. You control your destiny, and, if our executives are any indication, today's dishwasher can be tomorrow's Senior Vice President.

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.