Restaurant Bartender (PM Shift)

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Marriott Newton, part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, is seeking a motivated Bartender to deliver memorable service. You will greet guests, craft drinks, and guide guests through the beverage menu with descriptive selling. Join a world-class property that values teamwork and guest experience.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, maintain bar setup, and collaborate with staff to ensure exceptional service while driving sales and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Engaging, welcoming personality.
• Bartender certification or license.
• Knowledge of current mixology trends.
• Descriptive and sales-oriented.
• 2–4 years bartender experience.
• Knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, spirits.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for creating an exceptional guest experience.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests at the bar area.
• Maintain proper bar setup daily.
• Guide guests on the beverage journey with menu descriptions.
• Accurately take orders and confirm special requests.
• Master the bar and enhance conversation with details.
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen/bar staff.
• Assist guests to reach satisfactory resolutions.
• Present bills timely and accurately.
• Requisition and stock beer, wine, and spirits.
• Stock and prep garnishes, juices, and perishables.
• Mix and present drinks following standard recipes.

Skills

Engaging personality

Bartender certification

Mixology knowledge

Sales skills

2-4 years experience

Wine knowledge

Beer knowledge

Cocktails knowledge

Spirits knowledge

Work under pressure

Excellent communication

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] (https:/www.benchmarkresortsandhotels.com), a collection of distinctive independent properties; [Axiom Hospitality] (https:/www.axiomhospitality.com/), our European hotel management company; and [PYRAMIDWORKS] (https:/www.pyramidworks.com/), 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 Boston Marriott Newton, a premier property within the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Located along the scenic banks of the Charles River in Newton, Massachusetts, our hotel features 430 well‑appointed guest rooms and an expansive 34,090 sq ft of versatile meeting space, offering a dynamic work environment that combines comfort with functionality. At Boston Marriott Newton, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering a supportive work culture that prioritizes growth and development. Our team members have the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, working alongside professionals who share a commitment to excellence. We offer a variety of roles across departments such as guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, sales and marketing, and more. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that values teamwork, professionalism, and a passion for delivering outstanding experiences. With comprehensive training programs and a focus on personal development, we equip our employees with the tools they need to succeed. If you are driven and enthusiastic about hospitality, we invite you to explore the rewarding career opportunities at Boston Marriott Newton. Start your journey with us today.

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!

Your role:

• Greet guests as they arrive or move about the bar area
• Maintains proper and adequate set‑up of the bar daily
• Guide guests on their beverage journey through descriptive selling of the menu
• Be accurate in your order taking, confirming all special requests
• Be the master of the bar, understanding the details to enhance the conversation
• Work collaboratively with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
• Assist guests who have concerns to guide them to a resolution that leaves them happy
• Finalize the experience through timely and accurate bill presentation
• Requisitioning and stocking of all beer, wine, spirits
• Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables daily to ensure product quality.
• Mixes, garnishes, and presents drinks following standard ingredient recipes and practicing portion control.
• Inputs orders into a register at the point of sale and creates a check for each guest
• Locks up and stores all beverages, food and other equipment items, deposits cash drops and secures bank.

What are we looking for?

• Someone with an engaging and welcoming personality
• Current bartenders’ certification or appropriate license
• Knowledgeable in the latest trends around mixology
• Someone who is descriptive and can sale
• Someone with 2-4 years of bartender experience
• Someone with knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits
• Someone who can work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Someone with a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests
• Someone with excellent communication skills

Compensation:

$9.40

$9.40

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.