Exceptional Bartender - Craft Cocktails & Guest Experience

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA with Company Match

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in Scottsdale seeks an energetic Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service and hospitality in a fast-paced setting. You will craft cocktails, engage guests, and maintain brand standards across bar and outlets, ensuring a memorable experience for every guest during busy service periods.

The role emphasizes knowledge of cocktails and responsible service, with opportunities to support promotions and collaborations with the Food & Beverage team.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending, restaurant, hotel, lounge, nightlife, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Experience using POS systems and handling cash transactions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes, brand standards, and guest preferences.
• Provide exceptional guest service by engaging with guests, making recommendations, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Maintain strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and beverage menus.
• Operate efficiently during high-volume restaurant, lounge, banquet, and event service periods.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards across bar and service areas.
• Accurately process orders, payments, tabs, and transactions using POS systems.
• Assist with bar setup, inventory, garnishes, stock replenishment, and opening/closing duties.
• Follow food safety guidelines, responsible alcohol service standards, and hotel operational procedures.
• Partner closely with Servers, Culinary teams, and Food & Beverage leadership to support smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
• Support upselling initiatives, promotions, and beverage programs that drive guest engagement and revenue.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Guest service

Multitasking

Communication

Cash handling

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels in Scottsdale seeks an energetic Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service and hospitality in a fast-paced setting. You will craft cocktails, engage guests, and maintain brand standards across bar and outlets, ensuring a memorable experience for every guest during busy service periods.

The role emphasizes knowledge of cocktails and responsible service, with opportunities to support promotions and collaborations with the Food & Beverage team.