Kitchen+Bar - Lead Bartender

Drury Hotels; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned hotel system that values personal growth and career development! As a bartender at this welcoming establishment, you will be responsible for opening and closing the Kitchen+Bar, ensuring the area is clean and organized, and providing exceptional service to guests. With a focus on work-life balance, flexible scheduling, and numerous opportunities for advancement, this role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about hospitality. Enjoy competitive compensation, including quarterly bonuses and a supportive team culture that celebrates your contributions and growth.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonuses

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Hotel Discounts

Free Room Nights

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth Opportunities

Team Member Assistance Program

Award-winning Company Culture

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old or older with bartending experience.
• High school diploma required; two years of college preferred.
• Ability to mix drinks and handle cash effectively.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the hotel Kitchen+Bar following company policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of food prep and bar areas.
• Serve and assist guests while promoting high service standards.

Skills

Bartending

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two Years of College

Tools

POS Software

Cash Register

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Property Location:

8925 Red Oak Blvd. - Charlotte, North Carolina 28217

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 bonuses up to $3200/year (we succeed together!) based on hotel results
• 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 Forbes' Best Midsize Employers (2024)

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 and supervisory experience preferred.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of two years of college preferred.
• 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.
• Perform duties of bartender, prep cook, and cocktail server or other positions as needed.
• Requires ability to obtain and maintain all appropriate certifications per Company requirements.
• 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.
• 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!

At Drury Hotels, we prioritize our team's personal growth and career development. As part of our team, you will be empowered to grow and encouraged to shine.

At Drury Hotels, we offer our guests more than a place to sleep. We provide a place to feel welcome. Happy. At home. As a family-owned and operated hotel system, we honor and enhance the Drury legacy of world-class hospitality excellence. That’s the Drury Way. Our 5,000 team members work together—across 150 hotels in 26 states—to make sure every guest receives the very best service and value. Together we continue to grow, carefully and with clear vision, as a family of thriving hotels nationwide. EOE

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Drury Hotels is an equal opportunity /affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation in order to view or apply to open positions or for any other part of the application or employment process, please call 888-324-1897 or email [e-mail].