Bartender/Cocktail Server

Drury Hotels; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits

Company-matched 401(k)

Hotel discounts

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Pooler, Georgia, is hiring immediately for a Kitchen+Bar position. This role involves maintaining cleanliness and organization while serving guests and preparing drinks. Candidates must be at least 21 years old with bartending experience, strong customer service skills, and the ability to follow directions. The position offers flexible scheduling and various incentives, including quarterly bonuses, making it ideal for those seeking growth in the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old or older.
• One year of bartending experience required; two or more years preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the hotel Kitchen+Bar following policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized food prep and bar area.
• Serve and assist guests while promoting Drury culture.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service skills

Ability to mix drinks

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of two years of college

Tools

Cash register

POS software

Kitchen equipment

Job description

$12 per hour plus tips

500 East Highway 80 - Pooler, Georgia 31322

You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

• Incentives - Quarterly bonuses up to $3200/year based on hotel results.
• Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights.
• Career growth - Mentorship, cross‑training, development plans, management training, and more‑over 200 internal promotions this year.
• Health and well‑being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program.
• Retirement - Company‑matched 401(k).
• Award‑winning - Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025.

Summary

Under general supervision, this position opens and closes the hotel Kitchen+Bar following company policies and procedures. The role maintains the food prep and hotel bar area in a clean, well‑organized manner while serving and assisting guests. Team members must demonstrate high integrity, service, and hospitality at all times and promote the Drury culture with customers and fellow team members. They should possess general knowledge of the hotel, area, and events to answer questions.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old or older.
• One year of bartending experience required; two or more years preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of two years of college preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all appropriate certifications per company requirements.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction in English and communicate effectively.
• Ability to mix and serve a wide variety of drinks in a fast‑paced environment. Performs duties of bartender, prep cook, and cocktail server or other positions as needed.
• Ability to handle money, make change, and utilize office machines.
• Ability to operate machines and equipment including cash register, POS software, dishwashers, kitchen equipment, etc.
• Excellent customer service skills; ability to communicate effectively with guests and teammates, and to handle difficult situations professionally.
• Ability to open and close bar, obtain supplies for cocktails, and maintain cleanliness of assigned areas.
• Ability to distinguish different denominations of currency and provide appropriate change.

Rise. Shine. Work Happy.

Hiring Immediately!