Seasonal Server/Bartender-1

Mainsail Lodging & Development; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off & Volunteer Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Travel Discounts

Job summary

Mainsail Lodging & Development in the United States is searching for a Bartender who embodies enthusiasm and energy while maintaining high standards of service. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, along with 2 years of bartending experience in a high-volume environment.

Your role will involve crafting cocktails, providing exceptional service, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The position offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and vacation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of bartending experience in a high volume bar or restaurant.
• General knowledge of cocktail crafting and mixology fundamentals.
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve guests efficiently while following the steps of service.
• Prep and stock the bar for appropriate service periods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Prepare and serve food and drink orders.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Cocktail crafting

Technology use

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so. The Bartender will be responsible for making alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by following recipes and delivering high-quality food and drinks in a clean and friendly environment. The Bartender will also be responsible for ensuring exceptional service to all guests that are consistent and continually in accordance with the service standards of Mainsail Lodging & Development.

What you have

• High school diploma, equivalent, or higher
• Previous hospitality experience
• 2 years of bartending experience in high volume bar or restaurant
• General knowledge of cocktail crafting and mixology fundamentals
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to use technology, e.g., tablets, iPads, computers, and POS
• Experience working on a team
• Ability to work quickly in a clean, organized, and effective manner
• A sense of ownership in everything that you do

What you’ll do

• Serve guests in an efficient manner while following steps of service, preparing cocktails, pouring beer and wine, and making beverage recommendations
• Food running to serve bar and bar area guests
• Prep and stock bar for appropriate service period to ensure successful bar service
• Clean glasses, tools, utensils, and bar equipment
• Maintain knowledge of current menu offerings, including ingredients, preparations, and accompaniments
• Curate guests’ bar experience by making recommendations based on guest preferences and needs
• Maintain knowledge of beverages including beer, wine, and liquor
• Collect and process payment for food and beverages served, making sure to follow proper cash handling procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar area and coolers
• Other necessary duties as reasonably assigned

Physical Demand

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend
• Ability to lift, pull 50 lbs
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work long hours as needed

Mental Demands

• Make sound judgments quickly
• Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines
• Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others
• Manage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the community
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situations
• Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary

Mainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Mainsail Lodging & Development is an award-winning, Tampa, Florida-based company specializing in hotel, furnished housing, and resort property management and development, marketing and sales. An established company with a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, Mainsail prides itself in finding unique lodging opportunities with a purpose and applying its passion and expertise to each project. Find your dream career within an impressive portfolio of top-branded properties throughout the southeastern United States and Caribbean. Each Mainsail property inspires guests with a distinct character and meticulously crafted, sophisticated style, from a private island resort, and urban culinary showplaces, to waterfront marvels, boutique southern hotels, and a historic jazz era icon. Stay Sojo, Mainsail’s newest brand, provides short-term furnished living options across the country, while Mainsail Vacation Rentals manages a collection of private, luxury vacation homes in Florida.

A bright future with stellar benefits awaits! We have a comprehensive and competitive benefits program:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• HSA & Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Life & Disability Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Volunteer Time Off
• Holiday Pay & Bereavement Leave
• Growth & Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Discounts for hotel team members through Marriott Explore Program
• FREE meal (full-service hotel team members only)