Bartender

Sage Hospitality Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

HSA/FSA

Life/AD&D insurance

Room discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on hotels/restaurants

Referral bonus

Fun work environment

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group's Hotel de la Poste in New Orleans seeks an enthusiastic bartender to join the bar team. You will prepare and serve drinks, ring up checks, and support bar operations while upholding company standards and safety policies.

Requirements include bartending experience, 6 months preferred, and TIPS certification. You must be at least 21, able to stand for long periods, and provide friendly, professional guest service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bartending experience and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of cash handling and point-of-sale procedures.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks to guests per established guidelines.
• Ring guest checks, collect cash and process charges per company policy.
• Perform sidework and maintain bar pars as scheduled.
• Know and comply with state liquor laws.
• Ensure established pars are maintained.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

Bartending Certification (TIPS)

Job description

Why us?

Working at Hotel de la Poste in the heart of New Orleans’ vibrant French Quarter offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture and timeless charm of this iconic city.

Newly transitioned from The W New Orleans, this soft-branded Renaissance hotel blends modern luxury with the distinctive, spirited essence of New Orleans—where history, music, and cuisine converge.

As a member of our team, you'll be part of a dynamic atmosphere that celebrates the city's lively energy and unparalleled hospitality, while offering guests an unforgettable experience surrounded by historic architecture, jazz-filled streets, and world-class.

Responsible for set-up, mixing of drinks, service and clean-up of bar area while enduring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

• Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.
• Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ring guest checks, collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.
• Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.
• Know and comply with state liquor laws.
• Ensure established pars are maintained.
• Perform all sidework duties according to sidework schedules.

Education/Formal Training

Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified

Experience

6 months bartending

Knowledge/Skills

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs. Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs.
• Bending/kneeling -ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
• Mobility -maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
• Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.
• Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
• No driving required.
• Must be able to ruse records and all special requests.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction in English, and be able to communicate both verbal and in writing.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Ability to accurately count cash. Ability to operate cash register.

Environment

Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift

Benefits

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Discounted Room Rates for Marriott & Sage Properties
• Employee Assistance Program
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.
• Fun & Exciting Work Environment
• Competitive Health & Welfare Plans
• Negotiated Corporate Discounts on Home Insurance, Movie Tickets, Flowers & more
• Community-Oriented.