Kitchen+Bar - Bartender

Drury Hotels; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus up to $3,200

Flexible scheduling

Hotel discounts and free room nights

Career growth and mentorship

Health and well-being benefits

Company 401(k)

Job summary

Drury Plaza Hotel in Saint Paul, MN is hiring a bartender to open/close the Kitchen+Bar and provide high-quality service to guests. The role supports bar and prep duties, ensuring a clean, organized area and a welcoming experience consistent with Drury hospitality standards.

Requirements include being 21+, 1 year of bartending experience (2+ preferred), a high school diploma or equivalent, and ability to communicate in English. Competitive pay with a quarterly bonus and benefits."

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old or older.
• One year of bartending experience required; two+ years preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of two years of college preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required certifications per Company requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to mix and serve a wide variety of cocktails in a fast-paced environment; may perform duties of bartender, prep cook, and cocktail server.
• Ability to handle money, make change, and operate POS and other office machines.
• Ability to operate bar and kitchen equipment and maintain cleanliness of assigned areas.
• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism in interactions with guests and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the hotel Kitchen+Bar following Company policies.
• Maintain food prep and bar area in a clean, well‑organized state.
• Serve guests and assist with requests while upholding Drury hospitality standards.
• Answer questions about hotel, area, and events; provide recommendations as needed.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Cash handling

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

POS software

Cash register

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Property Location: Drury Plaza Hotel - 175 10th Street E , St Paul, Minnesota 55101

You belong at Drury Hotels.

Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

So. Much. More.

Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

• Incentives - Quarterly bonus opportunity of up to $3,200 annually (bonus is separate from base salary)

• Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights

• Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year

• Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program

• Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)

• Award-winning - Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025

Drury Hotels strives to offer a competitive compensation at the market median, as well as a comprehensive benefits offering which includes paid time off. This role is eligible for a discretionary quarterly “+1 Service” bonus.

Summary: Under general supervision, this position opens and closes the hotel Kitchen+Bar following Company policies and procedures. This position is responsible for maintaining the food prep and hotel bar area in a clean, well-organized manner while serving and assisting guests. It is important that this team member present a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Drury culture with customers and fellow team members. Has general knowledge of the hotel, area, and events to answer questions.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years old or older.

• One experience bartending required. Two or more years of bartender experience preferred.

• A high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of two years of college preferred.

• Ability to obtain and maintain all appropriate certifications per Company requirements.

• Ability to take written and verbal direction in English and communicate effectively in English.

• Ability to mix and serve a wide variety of drinks in a fast-paced environment. Performs duties of bartender, prep cook, and cocktail server or other positions as needed.

• Ability to handle money, make change and utilize office machines in normal day-to-day activities.

• Ability to operate machines and equipment used, including but not limited to, cash register, POS software, dishwashers, kitchen equipment, etc.

• Excellent customer service skills; ability to communicate effectively with guests and all levels of team members; ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism including bar guests and when leading other team members.

• Ability to open and close bar, obtain all supplies necessary for mixing cocktails, and clean and maintain areas for which responsible.

• Ability to distinguish between different denominations of currency and make appropriate change.

Rise. Shine. Work Happy.

Hiring Immediately!

$12.00 - $22.00

The starting wage may be above the minimum rate, based on relevant experience, skills, and education.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.