Lounge Bartender

crestline-external; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 8,885 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Company Match 401K

Paid Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

The Inn at Virginia Tech, part of Crestline Hotels & Resorts, seeks a motivated bartender to join The Loyal team. This role offers weekend availability and a pay structure with a base $6.45/hr plus tips, with training at $15/hr.

The position emphasizes guest service, knowledge of beverages, and adherence to state liquor regulations. Experience in hospitality is preferred; candidates must be 21+ and able to work evenings, holidays, and Hokie game days.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or serving beverages.
• Must be 21+ to serve alcohol.
• English proficiency required.
• Knowledge of drink recipes and service standards.
• Ability to input and process orders accurately.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and serve beverages and light meals according to hotel guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, brands, and promotions.
• Ensure cash handling and POS procedures are followed.
• Keep work areas clean and organized; restock as needed.
• Greet guests, upsell where appropriate, and manage payments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Education

GED or high school diploma

21+ years old

Job description

Do you enjoy the excitement that becomes routine when serving fellow Hokies and fans?The Inn at Virginia Tech is seeking motivated, engaging individuals to join The Loyal as a Bartender. This could be the perfect opportunity for you! This position has the potential for extraordinary $ TIPS $!!

At Crestline we believe in offering our employees a work environment that allows for work-life balance. We offer a variety of benefits to our full‑time team members. Benefits include some of the following:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance to fit the needs of our employees
• Company Match 401K, Building your financial future!
• Paid Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Team Member Travel Discounts - We all need to get away sometime
• Great Employee Events and more

Currently, we are seeking part‑time Bartender. The pay rate is $6.45 plus tips. During the training period, your hourly rate of pay will be $15/hour.

Weekend availability is a MUST. No exceptions. The successful candidate must also be available to work evenings, nights, holidays, and Hokie game days.

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 preferredbut 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.
• You will be operating a F&B establishment of a leisure driven hotel. We are seeking an outgoing individual who has the ability to keep conversations with our guests. We are looking for a positive energy and knowledgeable individual of the surrounding area.

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.