Bartender

Auberge; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Bartender at a luxurious retreat, where you'll craft delightful cocktails and create memorable experiences for guests. This role requires a blend of extensive knowledge in wines and spirits, as well as an engaging personality to build rapport with patrons. You will be the heart of our social haven, responsible for delivering exceptional service and maintaining the bar's cleanliness and organization. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and possess a passion for hospitality, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to be part of a renowned collection of extraordinary hotels, where every moment is a chance to create unforgettable stories.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in fine dining or high volume settings.
• Extensive knowledge of wine, spirits, and craft cocktails.

Responsibilities

• Provide positive guest recognition and relations.
• Greet guests, take orders, and serve food and beverages.
• Respond to guest questions and up-sell effectively.

Skills

Wine and spirits knowledge

Craft cocktail knowledge

Guest relations

Inventory control

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Engaging personality

Grooming and hygiene standards

Education

Responsible Beverage certification

ServSafe certification or equivalent

Tools

Point of sale system

Job description

Embark on a rewarding journey with our team as a Bartender. A key player in our vibrant establishment, you will not just serve drinks; you will be the curator of heartfelt moments, an alchemist of flavors, and the heartbeat of our social haven. The bartender is responsible for creating cocktails in a timely manner with proper technical skill. As the primary contact for guests in the bar, the Bartender will be a storyteller for the Mayflower as a whole. The ideal candidate will perform tasks in an energetic, professional manner.

Responsibilities include:

• Provides positive guest recognition and relations through personal performance and attention to guest history, including familiarizing himself/herself with regular patrons and VIP guests.
• Greets guests in a timely and professional manner, takes guests orders, and serves food and beverages according to standards and established service sequence.
• Responds to guest questions and provides suggestions regarding food and beverages with an aggressive approach to up-selling.
• Team members will be cross trained to work all food and beverage outlets, including indoor and outdoor areas.
• Operation of the point of sale and inventory system, as well as responsible cash drawer practices.

Qualifications:

• Extensive wine and spirits knowledge.
• Minimum 2 years fine dining or high volume experience.
• Craft cocktail knowledge.
• Possess an engaging personality and able to build rapport with guests.
• Superior grooming and hygiene standards.
• Maintain all standards of cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Inventory control.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, days and evenings.
• Able to work part or full time.
• Responsible Beverage certification.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent.

Company Description:

Located in the idyllic town of Washington in Connecticut, Mayflower Inn & Spa is an exquisite country retreat, nestled in 58 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland. Just two hours’ drive from New York City, it is renowned as one of northeast America’s most distinguished luxury hideaways. Memories are made easily when you stay at our boutique hotel in Litchfield County, a portal to a simpler time, where the definitive measure of the good life is in soul-stirring moments rooted in the idyllic countryside.

Additional Information:

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

MFINN2013 LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. MFINN2013 LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, MFINN2013 LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.