Signature Craft Bartender — Upscale Hotel Bar

Loews Hotels & Co; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Training & development

Employee hotel rates

Complimentary meals

Job summary

Loews New Orleans Hotel in the Warehouse District seeks an enthusiastic bartender to craft signature cocktails and deliver guest-focused service in a vibrant bar environment.

You will greet guests, prepare drinks to spec, manage multiple orders during peak hours, and collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely, memorable experiences. We offer competitive health benefits, training and development opportunities, employee hotel rates, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage service with bartending preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of cocktails, ingredients, and bar equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality.
• Strong guest service and multitasking skills.
• Must be able to stand and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, wine, beer, and specialty drinks, following recipes and guest preferences.
• Create and recommend unique cocktails tailored to individual guest tastes.
• Ensure every drink meets the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Greet and engage guests with a warm, welcoming attitude, delivering personalized service.
• Take drink orders from guests and servers, answering questions about menu options.
• Handle guest complaints or special requests professionally to ensure satisfaction.
• Set up the bar at the start of each shift, ensuring all equipment, garnishes, and supplies are ready for service.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area, including glassware, surfaces, and waste disposal.
• Monitor and report inventory levels for beverages, garnishes, and supplies to prevent shortages.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations, including verifying guest identification.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and enforce responsible service practices.
• Adhere to all state and local laws regarding the sale and service of alcoholic beverages.
• Collaborate with servers, barbacks, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and timely service.
• Assist with restocking supplies and support barback duties during busy periods.
• Foster a positive team environment while delivering exceptional service.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bartending

Food & Beverage

Guest service

POS systems

Safety & compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Loews New Orleans Hotel in the Warehouse District seeks an enthusiastic bartender to craft signature cocktails and deliver guest-focused service in a vibrant bar environment.

You will greet guests, prepare drinks to spec, manage multiple orders during peak hours, and collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely, memorable experiences. We offer competitive health benefits, training and development opportunities, employee hotel rates, and a supportive team culture.