Bartender

Marriott Knoxville Downtown; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

PayActive access

PTO and Paid Holidays

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

Marriott Knoxville Downtown is seeking a Bartender to craft classic and creative beverages while delivering exceptional service in a vibrant hotel bar. You will engage guests, manage bar inventory, and maintain a clean, organized environment, embodying a culture of excellence in hospitality.

The role values mixology skills, strong attention to detail, and a passion for hospitality, with opportunities for career growth across the hotel’s nationwide portfolio.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience is a plus.
• Combination of education and experience required.
• Additional certifications, such as bartender certification, may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative and delicious cocktails for guests.
• Mix and serve drinks, maintain bar cleanliness, and provide exceptional service.
• Report to the Beverage Manager or Bar Supervisor.
• Path to advancement to roles like bar manager or sommelier within hospitality.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Attention to detail

Mixology flair

Education

Combination of education and experience

Bartender certification (preferred)

Job description

Bartender

As a Bartenderyou’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 healthcare benefits: medical, dental, and vision


• 401(k) with guaranteed 4% match and no vesting period


• Exclusive hotel and food & beverage discounts

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.