MARTINI BAR - Bartender

BENCHMARK; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, seeks a motivated bartender to deliver memorable hospitality at a premier oceanfront resort. You will prepare beverages to recipes, greet guests, and contribute to a smooth, engaging bar service experience.

We value knowledge of cocktails and strong cash handling, with opportunities to collaborate across the resort's beverage operations and guest-facing teams.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes accurately.
• Strong cash-handling and POS skills.
• Must meet all applicable legal requirements for serving alcoholic beverages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cocktails and beverages according to approved recipes, specifications, portions, and presentation standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, menus, promotions, and featured products.
• Provide recommendations and actively promote premium spirits, wines, signature cocktails, and other appropriate offerings.
• Greet and serve bar guests professionally and efficiently.
• Enter transactions into the POS system and process payments.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Cocktail knowledge

POS systems

Cash handling

Tools

POS software

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property: Welcome to Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, a premier resort in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio, located in the breathtaking setting on the oceanfront coast of Rio Grande. Featuring 579 guest rooms and over 36,918 sq ft of meeting space, this award-winning property, recognized as one of the top five resorts in Puerto Rico by Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards, offers a truly dynamic environment for hospitality professionals. At Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for our guests. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and engaging environment surrounded by the natural beauty of El Yunque rainforest and the island's stunning coastline. From an expansive lagoon-style pool to a nearby 27-hole Tom Kite-designed golf course and a full-service rainforest spa, this property offers a unique and inspiring setting to grow your career. We offer a wide range of opportunities across multiple departments, including guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, spa and wellness, sales and marketing, and more. Whether you're just beginning your hospitality journey or looking to take the next step, you'll find opportunities for growth at every level. Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit community that values teamwork, professionalism, and a passion for service. We provide comprehensive training and development programs to help our associates succeed. If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to be part of a people-first culture, we invite you to explore opportunities at Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for a highly motivated, customer focused Bartender to join our team! The Bartender is responsible for delivering memorable hospitality to our guests with genuine and personable connections and engaging service from the initial greeting to their departure. As a Bartender, it is your responsibility to seek to understand the guest’s needs while preparing perfect beverages in a timely manner. This individual will need to be quick on your feet and have an engaging attitude. If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!

• Prepare cocktails and beverages according to approved recipes, specifications, portions, and presentation standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, menus, promotions, and featured products.
• Provide recommendations and actively promote premium spirits, wines, signature cocktails, and other appropriate offerings.
• Greet and serve bar guests professionally and efficiently.
• Prepare beverage orders for restaurant and cocktail servers within established service times.
• Verify identification and follow all responsible alcohol service requirements.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and take appropriate action in accordance with policy.
• Maintain accurate control of all beverages poured and served.
• Enter transactions into the POS system and process cash, credit card, room charge, and other approved payments.
• Follow established procedures for comps, voids, spills, breakage, transfers, and discounts.
• Never provide unauthorized complimentary beverages.
• Maintain proper cash-bank accountability when assigned.
• Follow established beverage recipes and portion-control standards without unauthorized substitutions or over-pouring.
• Maintain bar pars and communicate low inventory or unavailable items promptly.
• Properly rotate products using established inventory practices.
• Complete required opening and closing inventories when assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar, equipment, glassware, tools, storage areas, and work surfaces.
• Ensure garnishes and perishable products are properly prepared, labeled, dated, stored, and discarded according to standards.
• Maintain appropriate glassware and bar supplies throughout service.
• Work collaboratively with Barbacks, Servers, Cocktail Servers, Culinary colleagues, and other team members.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings and training.
• Support other resort beverage operations as assigned based on operational needs.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

• Previous bartending experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes accurately.
• Strong cash-handling and POS skills.
• Must meet all applicable legal requirements for serving alcoholic beverages.

Compensation:

$ - $

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.