Lounge Bartender

crestline-external; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Crestline-external is seeking a Lounge Bartender in Atlanta, Georgia. The role includes taking orders, preparing and serving beverages, and maintaining cleanliness in the outlet.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21 years of age, and possess good knowledge of drink recipes. You will also be responsible for cash handling and ensuring compliance with liquor regulations. Join us to provide excellent service to our guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Certification in an alcohol awareness program.
• 1-year experience as a Server or Barback preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and serve beverages and light meals to guests.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of work areas.
• Input orders into system and ensure verification by Bar staff.

Skills

Knowledge of drink recipes

Customer relations

Cash handling

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

P.O.S. system

Job description

Overview

The Lounge Bartender will take orders, prepare, and serve alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages and light meals to guests, courteously and efficiently according to hotel specifications. He/she also will maintain stock/supplies and cleanliness of outlet and equipment.

Potential Career Paths

F&B Supervisor – F&B Manager – Director of Food and Beverage – Director of Operations – General Manager – VP of Food & Beverage

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
• Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections available in the assigned outlet.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving.
• Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies.
• Always keep bank secure.
• Maintain complete knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems.
• Greet guests and take their orders (food and beverage), utilizing suggestive/up-selling techniques.
• Input orders into system and ensure transmission is verified by Bartender/Kitchen.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of tables, service areas and outlet itself.
• Present guest checks and process payments through the Bartender/Cashier. Adhere to all cash handling and credit policies/procedures.
• Clean and reset tables immediately after guests depart.
• Collect and report tips at the end of assigned shift.
• Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and Hotel requirements.
• Complete all closing reports in the P.O.S. system.
• Legibly document maintenance needs on work orders and submit to Manager.

Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) or Work Equivalent.
• Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• 1-year experience as a Server or Barback preferred but not required.
• Must have good understanding of the English language.
• Knowledge of various drink recipes and beverage service standards.
• Certification of previous training in liquor, wine, and food service.
• Certification in an alcohol awareness program.
• Certification in CPR.
• Ability to input and access information in the property management system/computers/point of sales system.
• Previous guest/customer relations training.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or disability status.