Craft Cocktail Bartender at Upscale Lobby Bar

The Renaissance Seattle Hotel; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Employee meals

Parking discount

Transit subsidy

Referral bonus

Employee events

Job summary

The Renaissance Seattle Hotel is seeking a personable bartender for The 515 Lounge. You’ll craft classic cocktails, deliver attentive service, and maintain a clean, organized bar area.

The role requires at least 1 year of bartending experience and preferred mixology credentials. WA Food Worker Card and MAST permit are required or obtainable within specified days. This full-time, non-exempt position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1-year previous bartending experience.
• Degree or certificate in mixology preferred.
• Must have WA state Food Worker Card or the ability to obtain one within 14 days from the date of hire.
• Must have WA state MAST permit or the ability to obtain one within 60 days from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Being thoroughly knowledgeable in the mixing and portions of all beverages, liquor types and product stocked in the bar.
• Striving to consistently increase sales through suggestive selling and up selling by offering premium brands and house specials.
• Demonstrating teamwork by helping other employees when possible and by mixing beverages for other outlets when needed.
• Performing daily side duties assigned by the supervisor in an efficient and timely manner, along with all scheduled opening and closing duties.
• Conducting regular and frequent par checks on liquor stock and reporting variances to the manager immediately.
• Handling all liquor according to standard including requisitions transfers and spillage.
• Being accountable for all overages and shortages in the cash bank assigned, preparing a cashier's report and making the appropriate drop.
• Knowledgeable use of proper posting procedures; being responsible for all checks issued by the Accounting Department and for recording the form of payment on the check and all other cash handling reports.
• Practicing the standards of serving alcohol with care in a consistent and ongoing manner.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Reading, understanding and practicing hotel policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Demonstrating proper telephone procedures.
• Assisting with seating guests efficiently, ensuring proper service.
• Maintaining a clean work area throughout the shift, ensuring a safe environment for guests and staff.
• Communicate effectively with managers about needs and concerns.

Education

1-year previous bartending experience

Degree or certificate in mixology preferred

Job description

The Renaissance Seattle Hotel is seeking a personable bartender for The 515 Lounge. You’ll craft classic cocktails, deliver attentive service, and maintain a clean, organized bar area.

The role requires at least 1 year of bartending experience and preferred mixology credentials. WA Food Worker Card and MAST permit are required or obtainable within specified days. This full-time, non-exempt position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.