Lobby Bar Bartender - Part Time

Sonesta Hotels; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel is seeking a Bartender who will be responsible for delivering exceptional service and maintaining the bar area. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment and a strong focus on guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include preparing drinks, interacting with guests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a dynamic team and enjoy various benefits including medical insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Educational Assistance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience as a bartender required, preferably in a high-volume bar.
• Food handler and TIPS certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with guests in a friendly manner.
• Prepare drinks and serve food and beverage requests.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards at the bar.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized Cash Registers

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Bartender is responsible for consistently delivering results that contribute to the mission and overall success of the hotel by accomplishing performance objectives in the social venues of the hotel. The bartender sets up, services, and breaks down the bar area, ensuring a high level of quality, consistency, and service.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Greet, welcome, and interact with guests in a warm and friendly manner.
2. Take orders, prepare drinks according to recipes, and serve all food and beverage requests at the bar.
3. Demonstrate complete knowledge of the food and beverage menu.
4. Prepare the bar for service by ensuring supplies, garnishes, and utensils are properly set up according to quality standards.
5. Inventory unused liquor and beverages, and ensure all liquor is properly secured before, during, and after shifts.
6. Adhere to all cash handling and credit card policies and procedures, and accurately ring in drink orders into the POS system.
7. Clean and reset the bartop and tables immediately after guests depart.
8. Complete all closing duties and reports as assigned.
9. Secure all liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.
10. Follow established safety and sanitation guidelines.
11. Maintain uniform and grooming standards.
12. Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Majority of work takes place indoors.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures, e.g., kitchens, freezers.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Majority of work takes place indoors.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures, e.g., freezers, loading docks.

Expected Hours of Work

• Must be flexible to work variable days, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Experience as a bartender required, preferably in a high-volume bar.
• Experience with computerized cash registers preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work quickly without compromising quality.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain high performance.
• Attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and colleagues.
• Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for the entire shift.
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Food handler and TIPS certificates required.
• Previous front-facing guest service experience required.
• Must read, write, and speak English fluently.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

$8.00

Benefits

Sonesta offers a variety of benefits to support employees' health and financial security, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application and attach a resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.