Bartender

fourseasons; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Dry cleaning

Employee meals

Training opportunities

Job summary

Four Seasons Nashville is seeking a skilled Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service in our luxury hotel’s Bacco Restaurant & Bar. You will craft wines, spirits, and cocktails with precision and host guests with expert knowledge in a fast-paced, high-end environment.

Join a team dedicated to guest delight and world-class hospitality, with eight-hour shifts and full-time scheduling. Visa authorization to work in the United States is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years bartending or related beverage service experience.
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, and mixed drink preparation techniques.
• Ability to accurately process cash and credit card transactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a wide selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks according to established recipes and Four Seasons standards.
• Confirm guest orders, including special requests, and verify completed orders with the guest’s original request using the point-of-sale system.
• Service and take orders from guests seated at the bar, providing engaging and knowledgeable descriptions of each item, including origin, taste, and preparation methods.
• Maintain a working knowledge of liquors, wines, ports, Armagnacs, eau de vies, cognacs, and specialty beverages.
• Anticipate guest needs, monitor satisfaction, make suggestions, and respond promptly to guest concerns or requests.
• Accurately close guest checks, process cash and credit card payments, and manage voided checks or complimentary items appropriately.
• Collaborate professionally with co-workers and supervisors to maintain smooth bar operations.
• Comply with all Four Seasons Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as outlined in EmPact.
• Assist with bar inventory, food service in the bar area, and preparation of beverage garnishes as needed.

Skills

Bartending experience

Wine & spirits knowledge

Cash handling

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Write your own music city story. Let us show you the real Nashville, connecting you to the creative spirit of the city’s artisans. Four Seasons is the new social hub of downtown Nashville’s SoBro neighbourhood, just steps from music, sports and entertainment. Feel the rhythm of our vibrant restaurants and event spaces, and the harmony of our Spa and rooftop pool – celebrating nature with views of the Cumberland River and Riverfront Park. With unparalleled Four Seasons service and warm Southern hospitality, we’ll inspire a truly authentic experience of Music City.

About the Role

Bacco Restaurant & Bar at Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville is our signature Italian dining destination, celebrated for authentic cuisine, refined service, and a memorable guest experience. The Bartender plays a key role in delivering exceptional beverage service by preparing and serving wines, spirits, and mixed drinks with precision and professionalism. This role enhances the guest experience by combining technical expertise, creativity, and attentive service in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and serve a wide selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks according to established recipes and Four Seasons standards.
• Confirm guest orders, including special requests, and verify completed orders with the guest’s original request using the point-of-sale system.
• Service and take orders from guests seated at the bar, providing engaging and knowledgeable descriptions of each item, including origin, taste, and preparation methods.
• Maintain a working knowledge of liquors, wines, ports, Armagnacs, eau de vies, cognacs, and specialty beverages.
• Anticipate guest needs, monitor satisfaction, make suggestions, and respond promptly to guest concerns or requests.
• Accurately close guest checks, process cash and credit card payments, and manage voided checks or complimentary items appropriately.
• Collaborate professionally with co-workers and supervisors to maintain smooth bar operations.
• Comply with all Four Seasons Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as outlined in EmPact.
• Assist with bar inventory, food service in the bar area, and preparation of beverage garnishes as needed.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years bartending or related beverage service experience.
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, and mixed drink preparation techniques.
• Ability to accurately process cash and credit card transactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Professional demeanor, attention to detail, and a commitment to guest service excellence.
• Ability to multitask and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts for stays at any Four Seasons property worldwide
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms
• Complimentary employee meals
• Additional property-specific benefits as available

Schedule & Hours

• Full-time position
• Eight-hour shifts; scheduled days and times may vary based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Visa Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this role.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Aff Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal