Lounge Bartender

Crestline Hotels & Resorts; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k with company match

Travel discounts

Job summary

The Lounge Bartender at Crestline Hotels & Resorts will take orders, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and light meals, and maintain stock and cleanliness of the outlet and equipment. You will ensure accurate cash handling and uphold safety and liquor regulations.

We seek an outgoing, guest-focused individual with knowledge of drink recipes and POS operation, capable of delivering friendly, efficient service in a leisure-driven hotel environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a server or barback preferred.
• Good understanding of English language.
• Knowledge of drink recipes and beverage service standards.
• Certification in liquor, wine, and food service preferred.
• CPR and alcohol awareness certifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of work areas.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections.
• Abide by state liquor regulations, including minors and intoxicated persons rules.
• Input orders and ensure transmission verification with bar/kitchen.
• Greet guests and take orders with suggestive upselling.
• Process payments and adhere to cash handling policies.
• Maintain cleanliness of tables and service areas.
• Document maintenance needs on work orders and report to Manager.

Skills

Guest service

Upselling

Order accuracy

Cash handling

POS knowledge

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS 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.


• 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.

From basic benefits to added advantages, Crestline Hotels & Resorts does what it takes to take care of our Associates-both in and outside of work. Benefits include: Health and Welfare plans to include Medical/Dental/Vision options, Competitive Paid Time Off, 401k Savings Plan with Company Match, Volunteer Opportunities, Educational Assistance, Travel Discounts, and more! *Benefits may vary depending on location.*

*No application deadline. All positions posted on on-going basis until filled*