Bartender

The Ridge Hotel Lake Geneva; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Employee golf perks

Job summary

The Ridge Hotel Lake Geneva is seeking a friendly and skilled bartender to join our premier front-of-house team across Hunt Club Steakhouse, Turf at the GN Clubhouse, Paloma Cantina, Crafted Italia, and the Deck Bar. You may also serve as Banquet Bartender for weddings and corporate events, bringing enthusiasm and depth of product knowledge to each venue.

Enjoy opportunities to create signature cocktails, suggest wine pairings, and deliver genuine service with etiquette and excellence in a

Qualifications

• Must be age 18, the legal drinking age in Wisconsin.
• Previous bartending/serving experience preferred, as well as knowledge of popular drinks, their recipes, and types of alcoholic beverages.
• Knowledge of how to use bar tools, measure ingredients accurately, and create visually appealing beverages.

Responsibilities

• Know your assigned venue's drink menus inside and out – down to ingredients and origins.
• Greet customers, learn about their preferences, answer questions, recommend menu items, and create drink recipes.
• Engage with guests and artfully recommend wines, custom crafted cocktails, trendy drink options and other beverages based on customer preferences.
• Provide immediate attention to guests at the bar. Take and execute orders with artistry and showmanship.
• Check Identification to ensure guests are of legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Handle cash, credit and debit transactions; ensure charges are accurate and return correct change to guests. Balance the register.
• Take pride in our property. Perform set-up, cleaning and closing tasks as part of the venue’s core team.
• Value timely communication by keeping the Restaurant Manager apprised of special requests, special occasions or complaints and taking ownership to ensure that that all are addressed with care.
• Uphold high sanitation and safety standards, maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Bartending

Serving

Wine knowledge

Cash handling

Guest service

Tools

Bar tools

Job description

Here is your opportunity to join the Lake Geneva area's premier restaurant and events team as a member of our professional front-of-house bartending staff at the multi-award-winning Hunt Club Steakhouse, Turf at the GN Clubhouse, Paloma Cantina alongside GN's putting course, Crafted Italia and the poolside Deck Bar at The Ridge Hotel. In addition to bartending at our unique venues, you may also be a Banquet Bartender at GN and The Ridge for weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions. No matter which venue you work, the expectation is that you convey with enthusiasm a deep knowledge of each venue’s inspired drink menus while executing genuine service with etiquette and excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Know your assigned venue's drink menus inside and out – down to ingredients and origins.
• Greet customers, learn about their preferences, answer questions, recommend menu items, and create drink recipes.
• Engage with guests and artfully recommend wines, custom crafted cocktails, trendy drink options and other beverages based on customer preferences.
• Provide immediate attention to guests at the bar. Take and execute orders with artistry and showmanship.
• Check Identification to ensure guests are of legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Handle cash, credit and debit transactions; ensure charges are accurate and return correct change to guests. Balance the register.
• Take pride in our property. Perform set-up, cleaning and closing tasks as part of the venue’s core team.
• Value timely communication by keeping the Restaurant Manager apprised of special requests, special occasions or complaints and taking ownership to ensure that that all are addressed with care.
• Uphold high sanitation and safety standards, maintain a clean work area.

Job Requirements

• Must be age 18, the legal drinking age in Wisconsin.
• Previous bartending/serving experience preferred, as well as knowledge of popular drinks, their recipes, and types of alcoholic beverages.
• Knowledge of how to use bar tools, measure ingredients accurately, and create visually appealing beverages.
• Attentive and personable demeanor, effective communication skills, and ability to sell/promote featured items.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy periods, managing multiple drink and food orders simultaneously.
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays and willingness to work at various resort venues.
• Knowledge of laws related to serving minors, intoxicated individuals, and the responsible service of alcohol.
• May also require Town of Geneva Operator's License, which can be secured upon hire.

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Highly organized multi-tasker
• Positive, contagious, enthusiastic attitude
• Strong verbal communication skills, ability to connect with others
• A genuine service mindset
• Team player
• High regard for workplace safety procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for an entire working shift (8-10hrs)
• Apply caution when around sharp objects
• Safely navigate wet slippery surfaces
• Ability to bend, stand, and stoop for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time/year-round staff, including health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance; pet insurance; and a 401k retirement plan.
• Paid time-off for full- and part-time associates.
• Option for pay-as-you-earn with Dayforce Wallet.
• Opportunity to work in a stunning resort setting with access to recreational facilities.
• Encouraging and supportive work environment that values creativity and teamwork.
• Potential for professional growth within a dynamic hospitality organization.
• All seasonal and year-round staff receive benefits including complimentary golf, discounts at our dining facilities and Pro Shop, reduced greens fees for your foursome, special hotel rates for friends & family, monthly associate golf tournaments, fitness center discounts, and more.

About Destination Geneva National

Based in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin’s premier resort town, Paloma Resorts’ Destination Geneva National has made legendary golf a tradition for more than 30 years in Southeast Wisconsin. Here Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Lee Trevino each carved out a signature course as timeless as the game itself. From 54 holes of the finest risk-reward golf, award-winning dining, and upscale on-course lodging and the 146-room Ridge Hotel, Destination GN continues to grow and evolve to meet the needs of today's golfer, traveler and foodie. For more information, visit destinationgn.com.

NOTE: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technology developments) dictate.

Paloma Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.