Lounge Bartender

crestline-external; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Crestline Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Lounge Bartender to take orders, prepare and serve beverages and light meals, and maintain cleanliness in a hotel outlet. The role requires knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, and compliance with state liquor regulations.

Prior server or barback experience is preferred, with 21+ age and strong English communication. We value outgoing personalities, customer relations skills, and POS experience to ensure smooth service and accurate payments.

Qualifications

• HS/GED completed or equivalent
• Must be 21+ to serve alcohol
• 1 year server/barback experience preferred
• Strong English communication skills
• Knowledge of drink recipes and beverage service standards
• Certifications in liquor/wine, alcohol awareness, CPR preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take orders for food and drinks
• Prepare and serve beverages and light meals
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in work areas
• Know menu items, brands, and non-alcoholic selections
• Adhere to liquor regulations and safety standards
• Operate POS and handle payments accurately
• Assist with opening/closing duties and reports
• Provide friendly service to ensure guest satisfaction

Skills

English language

customer relations

outgoing personality

POS system familiarity

beverage knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Liquor/wine service certification

Alcohol awareness certification

CPR certification

Tools

POS system

Property management system/computers

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 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.