Event Bartender: Craft Cocktails & Guest Experience

Hotel Saint Vincent; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans is seeking a personable bartender to join our hospitality team. You will greet guests, take drink orders, mix and serve beverages, and handle payments while ensuring responsible service of alcohol.

Applicants should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain clean work areas, know our beverage menu, and collaborate with colleagues to provide a top-notch guest experience.

Qualifications

• Must be of legal age to serve alcohol.
• State health/alcohol compliance card as required by state.
• Ability to pass Responsible Service of Alcohol Test with 90%+.
• Basic math skills and cash handling ability.
• Basic reading skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits; familiar with standard drink recipes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Knowledge of the Company’s beverage specifications.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow all rules involving proper ID of underage guests and serving intoxicated guests in compliance with federal law.
• Enthusiastically welcome each guest and be aware of tone and body language at all times
• Make guests feel appreciated, seen, and taken care of through your actions
• W orks with others to keep all areas always cleaned and stocked to the Company’s standards
• Mixes, garnishes, and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks following standard recipes by jigger
• Inputs drink orders into the computer immediately after the drink has been made, collects money from guests for drinks served, and makes change
• Possesses a strong understanding of the menu and food knowledge.
• Counts drinks guests are served and tracks open bar tabs.
• Anticipates guests’ needs, remains alert to guests' signals (raising a hand, looking directly at you, etc.), and acknowledges guests so they know you will be right with them
• Responsibly serves alcohol and remains aware of guests’ state of intoxication
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-task oriented

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits

Be of legal age to serve alcohol

Job description

Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans is seeking a personable bartender to join our hospitality team. You will greet guests, take drink orders, mix and serve beverages, and handle payments while ensuring responsible service of alcohol.

Applicants should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain clean work areas, know our beverage menu, and collaborate with colleagues to provide a top-notch guest experience.