Rooftop Craft Cocktail Bartender

The Karol Hotel Marriott Tribute Portfolio; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan + Company Match

Discounted Employee Meals

Marriott Hotel discounts worldwide

Career Growth – We promote from within

Job summary

Vantage Rooftop Bar, located inside The Karol Hotel in Clearwater, FL, is seeking an experienced Craft Cocktail Bartender to deliver Marriott Tribute Portfolio service. You will ensure guest satisfaction with expert beverage knowledge and courteous service.

The role requires high-volume bartending, knowledge of cocktails and wines, cash handling, and the ability to work with tablets and hotel technology. Benefits include medical, PTO, 401(k), Marriott discounts, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or higher
• Previous hospitality experience required
• Minimum two-year bartending experience in high volume bar or restaurant in greater Tampa Bay area
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to use technology e.g. tablets, iPads

Responsibilities

• Curate guests' bar experience by making recommendations and providing Marriott hotel excellence.
• Knowledge of all beverages to include liquors and wines
• Serves guests in an efficient courteous manner following the proper steps of service
• Knowledge of proper cocktail making, as trained by Karol Management via Marriott standards
• Have necessary tools to run the shift such as pen, corkscrew, any bar tools, etc.
• Ability to pair wines with meals
• Understanding that bar serves full menu and must be prepared as much to server full coursed or shared meals to guests
• Light food running when applicable, ability to carry plates that may be warm or hot
• Knowledge of all menu items to include prep time, preparations, sauces, allergies, and accompaniments
• Collect payment for food and beverages served
• Follow TIPS practices to ensure safe and responsible serving of alcohol per Marriott and hotel procedures
• Be aware of any specials, soups, drinks, and any items that are running low
• Ability to handle station, or when situations arise, ability to let manager/supervisor know ahead of time so as not to affect the guest experience
• Follow cash handling procedures, and must be able to explain shortages and overages
• Maintain bar area
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment per Marriott safety procedures
• Perform other duties as management requests to service our guests
• Ensure successful performance assisting guests with an exceptional experience to ensure high performing scores on Marriott's Guest Satisfaction Survey

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Cash handling

Education

High School diploma

Tools

POS system

Tablet usage

Job description

Vantage Rooftop Bar, located inside The Karol Hotel in Clearwater, FL, is seeking an experienced Craft Cocktail Bartender to deliver Marriott Tribute Portfolio service. You will ensure guest satisfaction with expert beverage knowledge and courteous service.

The role requires high-volume bartending, knowledge of cocktails and wines, cash handling, and the ability to work with tablets and hotel technology. Benefits include medical, PTO, 401(k), Marriott discounts, and growth opportunities.