Bartender (PT)

Fairfield Inn and Suites; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Talented Bartender needed for our elite downtown Chicago restaurant and hotel.

The Albert embodies the spirit of the restlessly curious and unconventional. Featuring globally inspired cuisine, the Albert is a contemporary restaurant offering a menu that will engage, stimulate and revive the palate.

This unique property is located in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, developed by the creator of theWit Hotel. Hotel EMC2 is a member of Marriott's elite luxury Autograph Collection Hotel.

Duties and Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Greet customers and present beverage menus
• Make recommendations and answer all related inquiries
• Check identification of customers to verify they are of legal drinking age
• Take orders from serving staff or directly from customers
• Record drink orders accurately into register system
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with standard recipes
• Peel, slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks
• Mix and garnish cocktails according to standard specs
• Serve snacks to customers seated at the bar
• Upsell drink and snack items to customers
• Respond promptly to requests from customers in a polite and professional fashion
• Attempt to limit problems related to customers' excessive drinking by following established procedures
• Process transactions using the POS system
• Prepare checks for customers

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum two years of fast-paced food service or related work required.
• Strong F&B knowledge is preferred.
• Must be able to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Communicate in the primary language of the hotel.
• Able to work: Holidays, weekends and any day/shift.

About the Company
A uniquely different hospitality company, SMASHotels relentlessly pursues the finest talent, trends, and ambiances to create extraordinary experiences. A deep passion for exceptional customer service creates engagement and loyalty. Innovative programming and perpetual development keep us fresh and relevant.

SMASHotels embraces emergent technology to drive cost control, flawless operations, marketing, customer relationship management, entertainment, and online and in-person engagement.

Our track record has shown that by raising the bar through a focused commitment both financially and experientially, we achieve success, and our return on investment is substantially higher than industry standards.