Lounge Bartender | Wellsworth Hotel

Shaner Hotels; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wellsworth Hotel, part of Shaner Hotels, is seeking an enthusiastic bartender to craft classic and innovative drinks and deliver exceptional guest service. A minimum of 2 years in a restaurant setting is preferred, with ServSafe or equivalent food safety training considered a plus.

Responsibilities include taking orders, preparing beverages, maintaining outlet cleanliness, and collaborating with management to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Minimum one year of experience in the Restaurant/Food & Beverage field.
• Minimum state age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Familiarity with food and beverage cost controls.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take orders, prepare, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and light meals to guests, courteously and efficiently.
• Maintain stock, supplies, and cleanliness of outlet and equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Food & beverage knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Reading & interpretation

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Wellsworth Hotel is looking for an enthusiastic bartender to join our team and to provide an excellent drinking experience for our Guests. The successful candidate will be able to mix and match ingredients in order to create classic and innovative drinks in accordance with customers’ needs and expectations. Min of 2 years’ experience in a restaurant setting preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Take orders, prepare, and serve alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages and light meals to guests, courteously and efficiently according to hotel specifications. Maintain stock/supplies and cleanliness of outlet and equipment.

Qualifications

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Ensures compliance with and completion of all daily operational procedures by the Food and Beverage Department.
• Maintains food and beverage safety and quality based on hotel, Shaner, and Franchise specifications.
• Maintains and abides by standards and procedures for operations and safe working conditions in the department.
• Responsible for responding and handling guest related issues pertaining to the department.
• Ensures communication with General Manager, all other Department Managers, Supervisors and Staff.
• Minimum one year of experience in the Restaurant / Food and Beverage field.
• Minimum state age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• High school graduate or equivalent, some college preferred.
• ServSafe and/or food safety training a plus.
• Alcohol awareness training (such as TIPS).
• Familiarity with food and beverage cost controls.
• Ability to accurately compute basic mathematical calculations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Knowledge of local activities and attractions appropriate for clientele.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Ensures compliance with and completion of all daily operational procedures by the Food and Beverage Department.
• Maintains food and beverage safety and quality based on hotel, Shaner, and Franchise specifications.
• Maintains and abides by standards and procedures for operations and safe working conditions in the department.
• Responsible for responding and handling guest related issues pertaining to the department.
• Ensures communication with General Manager, all other Department Managers, Supervisors and Staff.

ABOUT US

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotel Group is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

Shaner Hotels

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity at our 203-room Wellsworth Hotel in beautiful Southbridge, Massachusetts. Blending historic charm with modern sophistication, the Wellsworth Hotel offers guests an exceptional experience in a beautifully restored property featuring contemporary amenities, timeless character, and world-class hospitality.

Located in the heart of charming New England, the hotel is conveniently positioned within an hour's drive of both Boston and Hartford, making it an ideal destination for business, leisure, and group travelers. As an IACC-accredited conference center, the Wellsworth Hotel features 24,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting and event space, providing an impressive setting for corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, and social gatherings.

Guests enjoy a full-service hospitality experience with elegant accommodations, an exceptional food and beverage operation, a restaurant and lounge, indoor pool, and an extensive fitness center featuring racquetball and basketball courts. The Wellsworth Hotel combines the warmth and character of a historic property with the technology, comfort, and service standards expected from a modern hotel.

If you're passionate about hospitality and dedicated to creating memorable guest experiences, The Wellsworth Hotel offers an outstanding opportunity to grow your career with Shaner Hotels. Join a team committed to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional service in a truly unique New England destination.