L'Avenue Bartender

saks; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Benefits package

Job summary

Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking a Bartender for L'Avenue at Saks, delivering premium cocktails and luxury hospitality as part of our global hospitality experience. You will craft beverages, guide guests with culinary knowledge, and uphold Saks’ distinguished service standards in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Your role requires knowledge of premium spirits and cocktails, a polished demeanor, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support luxury retail traffic across the Florida

Qualifications

• Premium bartending and high-end service experience required.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and wines.
• Comfort with lifting up to 35 pounds and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Serve guests with premium beverages and luxury service.
• Assist guests and colleagues with sophisticated hospitality.
• Utilize POS systems for accurate order entry and payments.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and station upkeep.
• Coordinate bar and dining room service and garnishes.

Skills

Autonomy

Hospitality mindset

Customer service

Product knowledge

POS systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Saks Fifth Avenue is a leading destination for luxury fashion, blending bold curation with a visionary, modern point of view. Since its inception in 1924, the company has delivered one-of-a-kind shopping experiences, featuring an expertly curated assortment of fashion and highly personalized customer service. Through an integrated retail model, we deliver a seamless customer journey across our portfolio of stores in leading luxury markets, complemented by a strong digital presence and remote selling offerings. Saks Fifth Avenue is part of Exemplar Luxury Group, the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

Job Description:

YOU WILL BE:

As a L'Avenue at Saks Bartender, you are the face of the Saks Global hospitality experience at the bar. You will serve our guests in a warm, accommodating, and impeccably professional manner, crafting premium beverages and delivering sophisticated service that aligns with our luxury brand standards. You will combine mixology expertise with deep culinary knowledge to curate a memorable and gracious dining experience for every guest.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Guest Service & Mixology Excellence
• Gracious Hospitality: Welcomes, serves, and interacts with guests in an attentive, sophisticated, and professional manner.
• Beverage Expertise: Leverages a thorough knowledge of premium beer, wine, and spirits, including technical pouring, proper glassware, and luxury service procedures to craft exceptional cocktails.
• Menu & Culinary Knowledge: Utilizes a deep understanding of the food menu, preparation methods, and culinary terminology to confidently guide guests, answer questions, and make tailored recommendations.
• Service Flow: Utilizes POS and ticket systems efficiently to ensure the smooth, accurate, and timely delivery of bar items to both bar guests and the dining room service staff.
• Bar Operations & Maintenance
• Station Upkeep: Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains the bar and surrounding workstations, executing all pre-shift, post-shift, daily, and weekly side-work duties as assigned by management.
• Table & Bar Settings: Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the proper order of service, including the flawless placement of glassware, china, flatware, and garnishes.
• Physical Readiness: Fulfills operational duties that involve moving or lifting objects (e.g., tables, barstools, highchairs, and ice/liquor crates) as needed to maintain the room's aesthetic.
• Professional Standards & Compliance
• Impeccable Grooming: Maintains the highest level of personal hygiene and luxury presentation standards, including a clean, pressed uniform and professionally styled hair and nails to eliminate food contamination risks.
• Financial Integrity: Adheres strictly to established accounting procedures for all guest transactions, accurately processing all authorized methods of payment through the POS system.
• Team Alignment: Actively participates in daily pre-shift meetings to stay informed on menu changes, daily specials, and VIP guests.
• Attendance & Schedule Integrity
• Exercises absolute integrity with scheduling by arriving on time and punching in/out accurately for every shift and applicable meal break.
• Follows established restaurant procedures for any schedule or shift-change requests.
• Coordinates all holiday, vacation, and time-off requests proactively with management, keeping the operational needs of the restaurant first.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience in premium bartending, beverage preparation, and high-end table/bar service guidelines.
• Skills & Autonomy: Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks with grace and poise.
• Hospitality Mindset: Exceptional customer service, problem-solving skills, and a strong "win together" team mentality.
• Product Knowledge: Strong foundational knowledge of spirits, classic cocktails, wine varietals, and culinary terms.
• Physical Requirements: Role requires extended periods of standing, bending, climbing stairs, and the physical ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Flexibility: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule tailored to luxury retail and hospitality business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:

Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation

Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate

Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)

An amazing employee discount

Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental