Bartender - The Hotel Zamora

The Hotel Zamora; Saint Pete Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starbucks discount

Hotel discounts

401k company match

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Short-term disability

Job summary

The Hotel Zamora in St. Pete Beach, FL is seeking a friendly Bartender to join our rooftop lounge and restaurants. The role supports our Food & Beverage team by delivering consistent drink prep and service.

We offer part-time evenings and weekends, a fast-paced environment, and opportunities to upsell and provide guest-focused experiences in a boutique setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel/hospitality service preferred.
• Must pass alcohol service training.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Upsell alcohol and food items.
• Ring orders using a computer.
• Process payments and make accurate change.
• Maintain bar inventory (wine, beer, spirits).
• Check IDs to ensure legal drinking age.
• Maintain cleanliness and smooth operation of the bar/restaurant.
• Clear and reset tables quickly.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Alcohol service training

Job description

The Hotel Zamora, a beautiful boutique hotel located in St. Pete Beach, FL is seeking a Bartender. The Hotel Zamora is under new ownership and management with Sherman Associates, an accomplished and proven real estate development and management company. Our commitment to people and our vision for the future, combined with our history of success spanning decades, makes Sherman Associates who we are today. With stunning views overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway and Gulf of Mexico, the Hotel Zamora provides a luxurious retreat for its guests. Besides relaxing in the beautifully appointed guest rooms, our guests experience intuitive service in our Rooftop Lounge, Sidewalk Restaurant, Private Dining, and Meeting/Banquet space.

The Bartender position plays a major role in the hotel's Food & Beverage experience. The Spirit to Serve is a key element in a positive experience. Consistency is critical, which is achieved by always following drink recipes. Bartender must be friendly, courteous, and serve others in a professional manner. Must be able to multi-task, think and act quickly and effectively while maintaining self-composure.

Schedule

We are currently seeking part-time availability to include both evenings and weekends.

Essential Functions

• Maintains complete knowledge of hotel's food and beverage preparation.
• Up-sells alcohol and food items.
• Uses a computer to accurately ring orders on a check.
• Accepts different types of payment and makes accurate change.
• Completes specific side-work and ensures the total cleanliness and smooth operation of the restaurant.
• Quickly clears and resets tables.
• Maintains inventory of bar materials including, but not limited to: wine, beer, and spirits.
• Checks identification of guests to ensure they are of legal age to consume alcoholic beverages.
• Refuses to serve beverages in a polite manner to guests who are not of legal age.
• Observes behavior, counts number of drinks served that contain alcohol, elevates to manager for intervention as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to Food Handlers guidelines.
• Completes other tasks and duties as assigned based on business needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous hotel/hospitality or related service industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to pass required Alcohol service training.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Required Skills & Abilities

• A passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates.
• Schedule may vary due to the specific needs of the hotel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates behind the bar and may be working in close proximity to co-workers. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Hazards may include, but are not limited to, cuts, slipping and tripping.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit or stand in designated work area throughout the day based on business needs.
• Must have the ability to move around freely throughout the designated work area.
• Must be able to exert well‑paced ability to reach tables and kitchen in a timely manner.
• Must be able to lift up to 25-30 lbs. frequently throughout shift, and lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, sitting or standing, moving about freely, using computer, repetitive motions, bending, reaching, crouching, and communicating effectively.
• Must be willing and able to wash hands frequently throughout the shift.

Additional Screening Requirements

• Must successfully meet criminal background screening requirements for position.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to part-time employees which may include:

• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid employee assistance program
• Fully vested 401k company match program
• Starbucks and Hotel discounts

Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and Affi…

This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Only applicants who complete our online application process will be considered for employment. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact [e-mail].

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