Bartender - Part Time

Aparium Hotel Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant hotel in Minneapolis as a Bartender! This role invites you to craft exquisite cocktails while embodying the spirit of hospitality. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create memorable guest experiences, all within a unique cultural setting. Your passion for mixology and commitment to exceptional service will shine as you engage with guests and share your extensive beverage knowledge. With opportunities for growth and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a mark in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Discounted Room Rates

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a bartender preferred.
• Knowledge of beverage ingredients and safe service practices.

Responsibilities

• Craft balanced drinks and build relationships with guests.
• Ensure timely delivery of food and drinks.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the bar.

Skills

Advanced Bartending Techniques

Customer Service

Knowledge of Cocktails

Time Management

Fluency in English

Education

TiPS Alcohol Service Certification

Job description

Position: Bartender - Part Time

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Job Id: 708

# of Openings: 4

BARTENDER - PART TIME Reports to Director of Food + Beverage Operations: position is non-exempt WHO WE ARE Hotels done differently. It's not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates' pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve. Hewing Hotel is in Minneapolis' vibrant North Loop neighborhood, more commonly known as the Warehouse District, joining cultural stalwarts Traffic Zone Center for Visual Arts and Target Field, home to baseball's Minnesota Twins. With easy access to all interstates as well as Minneapolis' Metro Transit Blue Line and Northstar Commuter Rail, The Hewing sits at the literal crossroads of the Twin Cities. While Minneapolis presents a plethora of hospitality options, none tap into the local culture to create importance and significance beyond the business traveler. The Hewing occupies the historic Jackson Building, originally built in 1897, at the gateway to the Warehouse District, immediately tying it to local culture like no other competitor. Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets. WHO YOU ARE Your past experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to creating the perfect concoction. You spend your days or nights working behind the bar tirelessly crafting perfectly balanced drinks, making wine recommendations and naturally building relationships with guests. In your off time you read up on spirits, the history of cocktails, new drink recipes as well as cruising Instagram accounts of the best bars in the world. You pride yourself in cultivating your regular guest base. You are a name that everyone knows in your community. You are welcoming and embody gracious hospitality at all times. THE ROLE The Bartender reports to F+B leadership team and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals, including bartenders, servers, dishwashers, cooks and chefs. It is critical the person in this position possess a background in advanced bartending techniques, have a natural ability to manage time and a second-to-none knowledge of beverages and cocktails. The Bartender will be responsible for creating memorable guest experiences. They will be responsible for the timely and friendly delivery of food and drinks. In depth menu knowledge is necessary to ensure safe service to guests with allergies and restrictions. Ongoing beverage tasting and training will allow you to expand your knowledge of beer, wine and spirits. The Bartender will have the opportunity to collaborate on seasonal beverage menus. All of our service team members are expected to be reliable and responsible. We put an emphasis on treating all of our team members just like we treat our guests- giving a smile, a helping hand and a willingness to jump in to assist in any situation. The person in this role will also actively develop trusting and transparent relationships with their peers and other associates of the hotel. As a team member within Aparium Hotel Group, they will work with a phenomenal group of peers who insist that each other are collaborative, humble, experienced and open-minded - no egos are allowed. WHAT YOU WILL DO Uphold and model the company's principles of People, Place and Character by being proud of who you are, where you come from and who we serve Be collaborative with your co-workers and leaders and use your intuition to fix things when you know they are not right or could be better Be a storyteller of the history of Hewing Hotel and share our translocal hospitality efforts about our local collaborators and partners Participate in daily line ups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the team while simultaneously providing constructive feedback and strategizing to overcome and correct any previously missed opportunities Assist in all aspects of the F+B guest experience from beginning to end by extending a friendly greeting in an inviting environment, ensuring bar products and supplies are well stocked and executing requests in a friendly and timely manner, ascertaining satisfaction throughout and adjusting as necessary Share your extensive knowledge of the beverage world with your guests, using your product knowledge to enhance their experience with add-ons, always striving to know more through constant study of your craft Work in an organized and clean fashion, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment and workspace to create lasting impressions and strong relationships Use steps of service to provide professional service and exceed guest expectations, ensuring alcohol is served safely, responsibly and legally, utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases Be accountable for maintaining a working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day as well as accurately accounting for all monetary transactions during your shift Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the Food + Beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed Assist in other areas of the F+B Department as needed, including but not limited to: Rooftop, Lounge, Banquets, Bar and In-Room Dining WHAT YOU WILL NEED Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, demonstrating a love for restaurants and guest service Minimum of two (2) years experience as a bartender in either a free-standing or hotel restaurant or bar preferred TiPS Alcohol service certification or ability to obtain Must meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol Available to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays Fluency in English both verbally and written The ability to stand, walk and negotiate wet tile floor and steps for the entirety of a shift Fine motor coordination for pouring beverages, decorating cocktails and folding napkins The ability to lift and/or carry a 30 lb. tray, crate or box regularly The ability to carry over one's shoulder occasionally Hand and elbow movements for polishing glassware, silver, setting up tables, shacking, pouring and mixing drinks Excellent sight and balance needed for negotiating varied floor surfaces The ability to handle lit candles and hot fluids (coffee and tea) The ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport beverage goods inventory, equipment, etc. The ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport beverage inventory, equipment, etc. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers and kitchens Ability to work in a dog-friendly work environment WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Pay Rate: $15.97 per hour + gratuities Paid Vacation and Sick Time Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion Discounted room rates for Aparium properties for you and your out-of-town guests As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.

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