Bartender

Urschel Laboratories, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 8,300 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health clinic

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Hotel stay discounts

Flexible scheduling

Onsite gym access

Professional development

Community involvement

Job summary

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. invites applicants for a Bartender at the Grand Gardner Hotel in downtown Valparaiso, IN. This boutique hotel offers a welcoming, high-end atmosphere and hands-on growth within a close-knit team.

You will craft cocktails, manage liquor inventory, and ensure guest-centric service while collaborating with kitchen and front-of-house staff. Experience in premium settings is preferred, with strong POS skills.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of safe serving practices.
• Proficiency with POS systems.
• Ability to work efficiently during peak hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest service with focus on beverage preparation.
• Manage liquor inventory and maintain garnishes and station cleanliness.
• Know wine, beer and cocktails; provide pairing suggestions.
• Ensure accurate billing through the POS system and collaborate with kitchen and FOH.

Skills

Mixology

Guest service

Safe serving practices

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking dedicated and service-focused hospitality leaders to join the team of the Grand Gardner Hotel as Bartender. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in Downtown Valparaiso, IN. Urschel Development is a fully owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories located in Chesterton, Indiana.

This independent boutique hotel is located on a quiet, tree-lined street just steps away from downtown Valparaiso. Designed to feel welcoming to both guests and employees, it features 58 rooms and suites, a full-service restaurant, a speakeasy, banquets space and inviting shared spaces. This is a place built on teamwork, hands-on training, and growth. Employees are encouraged to learn, share ideas, and take pride in creating great guest experiences, all while being part of a supportive, close-knit team.

Pay starts at $6.40/hour + tips Why You’ll Love Working at the Grand Gardner Hotel:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
• Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Free Life Insurance
• Hotel stay and on-property dining discounts
• Flexible scheduling whenever possible
• Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers @ Urschel's Chesterton Facility
• Professional Development Support
• Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

The Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional guest service with a focus on professional beverage preparation and hospitality in the restaurant and outlet areas. This role involves managing liquor inventory, preparing garnishes, and maintaining a deep knowledge of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails to offer pairing suggestions. The Bartender ensures accurate billing through the POS system, maintains a clean and organized workstation, and collaborates closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to foster a warm and gracious atmosphere.

The ideal candidate is a warm and engaging professional with a passion for mixology and service excellence. Requirements include a thorough understanding of safe serving practices, proficiency with POS systems, and the ability to work efficiently during peak hours. Physical requirements are significant, including the ability to lift up to 80 pounds, carry 50-pound service trays, and stand for the duration of an 8-hour shift. Previous experience in a high-end bar or boutique hotel environment is preferred.

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