Hotel Bartender (Full-Time)

The Tess Buckhead Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Peregrine Hospitality in Atlanta seeks an experienced Bartender to craft cocktails and serve guests in our hotel outlets. You will prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, maintain bar cleanliness, and support servers during peak service.

The role requires 1 year of bartending or barback experience, a High School diploma, and current food handler certification. You will manage orders through the POS, handle tips, and uphold safety and brand standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or better.
• 1 year of experience as barback or bartender in hotel or restaurant.
• Food Handler certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks following service standards.
• Maintain bar area cleanliness and stock levels.
• Record orders in POS and manage tips.
• Collaborate with servers and departments to ensure quality service.

Skills

Guest service

Suggestive selling

Cash handling

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High School diploma or better

Tools

POS system

Job description

As a Bartender , you’re responsible for servicing guests and preparing beverage orders and courteously and efficiently serving food and beverages to guests in the food and beverage outlets including the restaurant, bar and outlets. Responsible for maintenance of bar area and support the restaurant servers and other bartenders.

Essential Functions

• Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including garnishes, following service standards and guest preferences.
• Stay current on trends to create and present cocktail menu items to leadership.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, take orders using suggestive selling, respond promptly, and provide friendly, knowledgeable service.
• Complete opening and closing duties, maintain bar stock levels, requisition supplies, and ensure all condiments, glassware, and equipment are ready for service.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar area, promptly clean and reset stations after guest use, and oversee barbacks to ensure smooth operations.
• Record orders accurately in POS system, process payments following cash handling and credit policies, and manage tip collection and reporting.
• Maintain required certifications (e.g., TIPS, Food Safety), adhere to safety, security, and operational policies consistent with company standards.
• Collaborate effectively with co-workers and other departments to ensure efficient and quality service.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with departmental policies, service procedures, 4 Keys service standards, and safety and security procedures.
• Perform all additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Abilities

• Understand and align with the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel.
• Prioritize tasks, work efficiently with limited supervision, and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively in the primary workplace language, demonstrating excellent communication, follow-up, and organizational skills.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, equipment handling, and compliance with required licenses or certifications.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes.
• Work well under pressure and in challenging conditions, using good judgment to resolve problems, follow directions, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Maintain a current permit or food safety certification as required by the local government.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

The minimum physical requirements for this position include but are not limited to:

Flexible and long hours sometimes required

Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds

Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel

Disclaimer

All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract, express implied, or otherwise, and does not alter the “at will” employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change, modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to complying with

the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all other applicable equal opportunity laws. Peregrine Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran and Drug Free.

Peregrine Hospitality participates in E-Verify. Upon hire, your employment will be contingent on proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, which will be confirmed through the federal E-Verify system.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

1 year:

1 year:

Experience as barback or bartender in hotel or restaurant

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Food Handler

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