Bartender

The Chanler; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401K

Free Parking

Uniforms Included

Employee Appreciation Events

Referral Bonus

Seasonal Staff Meals

Job summary

The Chanler in Newport, RI is seeking an experienced bartender to be a key contributor to our guest journey. You will blend spirits, demonstrate in-depth wine knowledge, and build authentic relationships with guests and staff as part of a dedicated hospitality team.

This luxury mansion setting requires a professional who can describe menu items, alert for allergies, upsell thoughtfully, and support bar operations with poise during nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience as a bartender with knowledge of wine and spirits.
• Ability to upsell while maintaining service standards.
• Comfortable working nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide service following luxury standards.
• Describe menu items, prep methods, and allergy alerts.
• Maintain excellent wine and spirits knowledge.
• Upsell food and beverage items tactfully.
• Stock service station and perform side work pre/post shift.
• Assist as host or back waiter when needed.
• Adhere to company policies and dress code.
• Work nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Spirits knowledge

Guest service

Teamwork

Tools

Upselling techniques

Job description

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Technical Newport, RI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1081

Job Description

the summary.

Join our team as abartender and become the ultimate journey curator for the guest experience. The ideal candidate will be well versed in mixing spirits, have in-depth wine knowledge, create authentic relationships with guests & staff, be a team player, and be responsible for the bar's daily operations.

the mansion.

The Chanler, reimagined as a magnificent, stately manor residence, extends a warm welcome to guests as a peaceful enclave from bustling Newport, Rhode Island, inviting guests to relish in the building's storied architecture, chic-European dining options, and gracious hospitality.

Built in 1873 as a summer home for John Winthrop Chanler, the property exudes history while maintaining the current charm of a regal residence. As a double Forbes five-star property, the mansion draws admirers worldwide by authentically cultivating the guest experience with elegance and natural refinement.

the mission.

To make an impact on a guest's journey by creating memories that last a lifetime. Mansion household staff are the key journey curators, responsible for creating a sense of place and personalization for each guest. We achieve this by working in a collaborative environment, providing training while encouraging an unscripted narrative to tell the brand story, and by sharing a passion for the heart of hospitality.

the rewards.

• Health, dental, and vision for employees, families, and partners
• 401K
• Free Parking
• Uniforms Included
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Referral Bonus
• Seasonal Staff Meals

the responsibilities.

Including but not limited to:

• Greet and welcome guests using The Chanler luxury service standard
• Describe all menu items, methods of preparation, and allergy alerts in dishes
• Excellent wine and spirits knowledge
• Upsells food and beverage items in a tactful manner with established service standards
• Performs pre-and post-shift side work, stock service station, sets table properly, etc
• May assist as host or back waiter as needed
• Alcohol serving certification
• Follows company policies and procedures
• Maintains a professional appearance, adhering to the dress code
• Follows management/supervisor direction for other duties assigned
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Able to stand on feet for long period of times up to 8 hours
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Full list of responsibilities upon request