Kitchen+Bar Lead Bartender

Drury Hotels Company, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses up to $3200/yr

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Hotel discounts

Free room nights

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Drury Hotels Company, LLC is seeking a capable team member to open and close the hotel Kitchen+Bar, maintain a clean prep and bar area, and serve guests with hospitality and integrity.

The role requires at least 21 years old and bartending experience; two+ years supervisory experience is preferred. A HS diploma or equivalent is required, with two years of college preferred. English communication skills are essential.

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.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the hotel Kitchen+Bar following Company policies.
• Maintain food prep and hotel bar area in a clean, organized manner.
• Serve and assist guests while promoting Drury culture.
• Answer questions with knowledge of the hotel, area and events.

Skills

21+ years old

Bartending experience

Supervisory experience

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college preferred

Tools

Cash handling

POS software

Job description

Property Location

4550 North Central Park Blvd. - Denver, Colorado 80238

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

• 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) Drury Hotels strives to offer a competitive compensation at the market median, as well as a comprehensive benefits offering which includes paid time off, and optional medical, dental, vision, short term disability, and life insurance plans.
• This role is eligible for a discretionary quarterly “+1 Service” bonus.

The pay range is $14.00 - $24.00 The starting wage may be above the minimum rate, based on relevant experience, skills, and education.

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.

EOE Explore Our Culture

Rise. Shine. Work Happy.

Hiring Immediately!

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

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 6,100+ team members work together—across 150 hotels in 30 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.