Seasonal Bartender

Reitmr; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sonesta Hotel Discounts (employee perk

Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sonesta in Scottsdale is seeking an energetic Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service and hospitality, creating a welcoming and upbeat experience for every guest. You will craft cocktails, engage guests, and maintain bar cleanliness while upholding safety standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of cocktails and a passion for guest experience, with flexible availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and events. Hotel discounts and employee perks are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in bartending or hospitality settings preferred.
• Knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with POS systems and cash handling.
• Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and events.
• TIPS or Food Handler certification preferred where required.
• A passion for hospitality and guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages according to recipes and guest preferences.
• Provide exceptional guest service and engage with guests.
• Maintain knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and menus.
• Operate efficiently during high-volume service periods.
• Process orders, payments, and tabs using POS systems.
• Assist with bar setup, inventory, garnishes, and opening/closing duties.
• Follow food safety guidelines and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Collaborate with servers and culinary teams to support operations.
• Support upselling initiatives and beverage programs.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Cocktail knowledge

POS systems

Cash handling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

What this role is all about

At Sonesta, our bars, lounges and outlets are all about creating memorable moments, great energy, and genuine connections. As a Bartender, you'll deliver exceptional beverage service and hospitality while creating a welcoming, upbeat experience for every guest.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves connecting with people, and enjoys crafting cocktails, conversations, and experiences guests remember long after last call.

If you're energetic, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality - we'd love to meet you.

What you'll be doing

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes, brand standards, and guest preferences.
• Provide exceptional guest service by engaging with guests, making recommendations, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Maintain strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and beverage menus.
• Operate efficiently during high-volume restaurant, lounge, banquet, and event service periods.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards across bar and service areas.
• Accurately process orders, payments, tabs, and transactions using POS systems.
• Assist with bar setup, inventory, garnishes, stock replenishment, and opening/closing duties.
• Follow food safety guidelines, responsible alcohol service standards, and hotel operational procedures.
• Partner closely with Servers, Culinary teams, and Food & Beverage leadership to support smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
• Support upselling initiatives, promotions, and beverage programs that drive guest engagement and revenue.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What great looks like

• Previous bartending, restaurant, hotel, lounge, nightlife, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Experience using POS systems and handling cash transactions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and presentation standards.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.
• TIPS Certification, Food Handler Certification, or alcohol service certification preferred where required.
• A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest experience, and creating memorable food & beverage moments.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you'll want to use these)
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.