Kitchen+Bar - Bartender

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

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus up to $3,200

Hotel discounts

Free room nights

Health and well-being benefits

Company-matched 401(k)

Job summary

Drury Plaza Hotel in St. Paul seeks a bartender to open and close the Kitchen+Bar, maintaining a clean, organized prep and bar area while serving guests. The role demands high integrity, guest focus, and hospitality, with responsibilities across bartending and prep duties.

The candidate should have at least 1 year bartending experience (2+ preferred), be at least 21, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. English communication is essential, and certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old or older.
• One year of bartending experience required; two+ years preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; two years of college preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain relevant certifications as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the hotel Kitchen+Bar following policy; maintain clean, organized prep and bar areas.
• Serve guests and provide hospitality, promoting Drury culture.
• Assist with other duties as needed, including prep and bartending tasks.

Skills

Bartender experience

Customer service

English communication

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college preferred

Tools

POS software

Cash register operation

Dishwashers

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.