Bartender

Ithaka Hospitality Partners, LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ithaka Hospitality Partners, LLC is looking for a Bartender in Montgomery, Alabama. The role includes mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to hotel patrons, maintaining cleanliness, and stock management at the bar.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and have completed relevant training in mixology or barkeeping. Prior experience is preferred to ensure a great guest experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn cash register software.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve drinks following recipes.
• Clean, set up, and stock the bar.
• Order supplies and check bar requisitions.
• Replenish beverages and maintain bar cleanliness.
• Assist dining services when necessary.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm with unruly patrons

Ability to learn cash register software

Education

Completion of mixology or barkeeping training

At least one year of related experience

Job description

Job Summary

The Bartender will mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons of the hotel, directly or through servers following standard recipe(s).

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean, set up, and stock the bar and all related areas as determined by my manager, opening duties, service manuals and job description.
• Check the service station's bar requisitions to ensure correct set-up and cleanliness.
• Check with the manager on duty regarding any special needs.
• Follow all sequence of service guidelines according to the manual and job description. Mixes ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar and bitters to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
• Serves wine and other draught or bottled beer.
• Collects money for drinks served.
• Orders and requisitions of liquors and supplies.
• Places bottled goods and glasses to make an attractive display.
• Cleans bar and restocks glasses.
• May slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Maintains bar cleanliness and completes daily cleaning duties.
• Replenishes beverages as necessary and checks with guests for overall satisfaction.
• Inventories and puts away the liquor in proper storage space.
• Assist the Restaurant dining services (if necessary), when and where appropriate.
• Assist with seating guests. (if necessary)
• At the end of each shift, ensure all tables and chairs are clean for the next meal period.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and focus on serving customers.
• Ability to remain calm when dealing with unruly and argumentative patrons.
• Ability to learn cash register software used.

Education & Experience

• Completion of mixology, barkeeping, or other related training required.
• At least one year of related experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks.
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be legal drinking age or older.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.