Lead Bartender - Stone & Webster Chophouse

Kessler Collection

Savannah (GA)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid jury duty leave, personal leave,

Job summary

Kessler Hotels in Savannah seeks a Lead Bartender to oversee bar operations and mentor bartenders and bar backs, delivering warm, authentic service to guests at our JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District venue.

You will lead the bar team, manage batch production, develop the beverage program, maintain cleanliness, and coordinate beverage orders and inventory. A minimum of 1 year of experience and BarSmarts certification are required.

Qualifications

1+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope.
BarSmarts certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with coaching opportunities for bar team to ensure an elevated level of service.
Assist with maintaining a positive team environment and morale for the bar team.
Assist with batching to ensure quality and consistent products.
Assist with developing and maintaining the beverage program.
Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the spirit room, beer cooler, walk up window, and main bar.
Assist with ordering liquor, wine, beers, and nonalcoholic beverages.
Assist with inventory and/or spot checks of inventory.
Assist with setting pars levels for spirit.
Assist with training bartender and barbacks.
40% Maintaining a positive team environment and morale for the bar team
20% Bar team training
15% Batching and ensuring quality and consistent products
10% Coaching opportunities for bar team to ensure consistent product and elevated service
5% Maintaining par levels and ordering liquor, wine, beers, and nonalcoholic beverages
5% Inventory and spot check
5% Beverage development and implementation

Skills

Customer service

Bar knowledge

Education

BarSmarts certification

Job description

Kessler Hotels

Kessler Hospitality’s portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels features unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. With properties throughout Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, each hotel’s exquisite art, music, and cultural influences are intentionally approachable. Designed to inspire and create unforgettable experiences, Kessler guests are immersed in refined Bohemian luxury, whether at a cutting-edge downtown icon, a premier luxury lodge, Savannah’s entertainment destination, or an elite ski lodge. As the founding member of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, Kessler Hospitality has long championed bold, original hotels, each carefully created with distinctive style and the Individualist traveler in mind.

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Kessler Hotels

Location

The AAA Four Diamond JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District is located in the heart of historic Savannah on the Savannah riverfront, with countless activities a short walk away. Explore the downtown Savannah shopping district, eat at one of the hotel's many restaurants, reconnect with friends at our riverside Savannah bars, or embark on one of the city's various walking tours. Once a power plant, Plant Riverside District represents the beauty of progress. Our three unique buildings are enriched in history, from chic architecture in the Power Plant to romantic styling in the Three Muses and contemporary maritime details in the Atlantic. Complete your experience with a relaxing visit to the hotel spa before you enjoy the vibrant nightlife in the entertainment district.

Overview

The overall objective and purpose of the Lead Bartender is to assist with overseeing the bar, support and assist bartenders and bar backs. The incumbent is responsible for supervising the bar area, ensuring our guests receive a warm and authentic experience. They are to provide inspiring and strategic leadership, in support of the mission, core values and goals established by the company.

Responsibilities

Assist with coaching opportunities for bar team to ensure an elevated level of service is provided to guests
Assist with maintaining a positive team environment and morale for the bar team
Assist with batching to ensure quality and consistent products
Assist with developing and maintaining the beverage program
Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the spirit room, beer cooler, walk up window, and main bar
Assist with ordering liquor, wine, beers, and nonalcoholic beverages
Assist with inventory and/or spot checks of inventory
Assist with setting pars levels for spirit
Assist with training bartender and barbacks
40% Maintaining a positive team environment and morale for the bar team
20% Bar team training
15% Batching and ensuring quality and consistent products
10% Coaching opportunities for bar team to ensure consistent product and elevated service
5% Maintaining par levels and ordering liquor, wine, beers, and nonalcoholic beverages
5% Inventory and spot check
5% Beverage development and implementation

Qualifications

1+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope– required
BarSmarts certification

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based In Washington

8 paid holidays per year
Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based In Colorado

8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based In California

8 paid holidays per year
Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (“CBA”). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.