Bartender

Lofton-Minneapolis-By-Hilton; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal per shift

Hotel discounts

Discounts at Marcus properties

Discounted Parking

Movie theatre coupons

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Early wage access

Flexible schedule

And more!

Job summary

The Lofton Hotel, a premier property in downtown Minneapolis, is seeking a Part Time Bartender to join The Marcus Hotels & Resorts family. You will serve beverages to guests in a friendly, timely manner, contributing to superior guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include bar setup and stock, garnishes, cash handling, and adherence to liquor regulations. You will greet guests, take orders, mix drinks, and maintain bar cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage service for alcoholic drinks.
• Previous bartending experience preferred.
• Basic math skills for cash handling and balance of checks.
• Basic English writing skills for requisitions and vouchers.
• Manual dexterity to handle garnishes, glassware, and stock.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in confined spaces.
• TIPS certification required; CPR/First Aid preferred; bartending certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar daily and stock beer, wine, spirits, and supplies.
• Cut and store fresh fruit and garnishes; manage juices and perishables each shift.
• Greet guests, take orders, mix drinks, and document orders with standard recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar area and personal hygiene.
• Record products served via electronic cash register and documentation systems.
• Maintain proper cash bank balance and perform daily cash handling tasks.
• Adhere to liquor regulations to ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Basic bartending skills

Cash handling

English communication

Stamina to stand long shifts

Education

Bartending certificate

CPR certification

First Aid Training

TIPS certification

Tools

POS / Cash register

Point of sale systems

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to be part of a premier team in one of Minneapolis’ top-ranked hotels? The Lofton Hotel, the first Tapestry Collection property in Minnesota, offers a dynamic and rewarding career where you’ll work alongside dedicated hospitality professionals committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We take pride in creating memorable moments for both our guests and team members every day—and now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Part Time Bartender to join us. In this role, you'll be responsible serving beverages to guests in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner resulting in superior guest satisfaction.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Minneapolis' vibrant entertainment district, The Lofton Hotel offers an upscale escape where modern luxury meets Midwestern charm. Steps away from premier shopping, dining, and nightlife, our hotel is seamlessly connected via the Minneapolis Skyway, placing you moments from Target Center, Target Field, and U.S. Bank Stadium. Designed to reflect the city's rich musical and sporting culture, our stylish 251-room property features contemporary accommodations adorned with artwork inspired by Minnesota’s landscapes. Experience the energy of Minneapolis with warm hospitality and play a vital part in our mission to redefine hospitality excellence.

What will you be doing?

• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar on a daily basis. Including requisitioning and stocking of all beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws, stirrers, condiments, and produce, based on projections from the daily functions sheet.
• Responsible for cutting and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes; juices; and other perishables each shift to ensure product quality.
• Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner, promotes and documents orders for drinks. Mixes, garnishes, and presents drinks using standard ingredient recipes and practicing prudent portion control.
• Maintain all cleanliness and sanitation of bar area along with personal hygiene.
• Account for all products served through an electronic cash register and consumption sheet documentation systems.
• Maintain proper balance of cash bank.
• Adhere to all State, Federal, and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests to ensure all laws are being followed.

What do you bring to the role?

• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service of various alcoholic beverages.
• Previous bartending experience preferred.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes.
• Basic English language writing skills necessary for completion of requisitions, balance sheets, and vouchers.
• Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnishes, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders.
• Ability to operate a keyboard and perform point of sale procedures to pre-check an order and close out a check.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time.
• Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate. CPR certification and/or First Aid Training preferred. Bartending certificate preferred. TIPS certification required.

What's in it for you?

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton worldwide properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing and spa
• Discounted Parking
• “Two for one” movie theatre coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career, and transfer from one property to another
• Paid time off
• Early wage access
• Flexible schedule
• And more!

Wage Estimate

$16.37/Hour

About Us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 17 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Lofton Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.