Cocktail Server

Mayflower Park Hotel, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a historic establishment as a Cocktail Server at an iconic bar known for its award-winning martinis. This role offers a chance to be part of a vibrant team in a welcoming environment. With a focus on providing exceptional guest experiences, you'll thrive in a culture that values kindness and respect. Enjoy benefits like free meals during shifts and discounts on transportation. If you're passionate about hospitality and have a strong knowledge of wines and spirits, this is the perfect opportunity to grow in your career while working in a renowned setting.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

Free meals during shifts

Transportation discounts

Parking discounts

Positive work culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant and bar experience required.
• Commitment to providing memorable guest experiences is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve cocktails and beverages in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Spirits knowledge

Service etiquette

Attention to detail

Flexibility in scheduling

Job description

Description

The Mayflower Park Hotel, Seattle's oldest continuously operating hotel, is seeking a Cocktail Server for our iconic Bar & Lounge. We are looking for an energetic and motivated individual to join our team.

Requirements:

• Ability to pass background screening
• Positive attitude
• Extensive knowledge of wine and spirits
• Flexibility in schedule (20+ hours/week)
• Availability on Sun, Mon, and Tue

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and voluntary benefits at lower-than-ACA rates
• Free meals during shifts
• Transportation and parking discounts
• Close to Light Rail
• Positive work culture

About us:

Located off the grand lobby of the historic Mayflower Park Hotel, Oliver's Lounge opened in 1976 as Washington State's first daylight bar. It is renowned for the "International Martini Classic Challenge," and has won titles for Best Specialty Martini, Best International Classic Martini, and Seattle's "Best Classic".

We promote a healthy, inclusive, and respectful work environment. We value kindness, inclusion, and treating adults with respect. Our goal is to be an employer of choice in the hospitality industry for the next 100+ years.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to non-discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

About the ideal candidate:

Candidates should have at least 3 years of restaurant and bar experience, a desire to grow in hospitality, and be self-motivated, friendly, and adaptable. Flexibility in scheduling, including holidays, is preferred. A commitment to providing memorable guest experiences is essential.

Required traits:

• Strong knowledge of service etiquette and hospitality
• Attention to detail and disciplined work ethic
• Gracious and patient demeanor with guests and team members
• Availability to work weekends and holidays
• Knowledge of food, wine, and spirits related to the cocktail server role