The Churchill Hotel - Bartender FT

Bardessono; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Job summary

The Churchill Hotel in Washington, DC is seeking a full-time bartender to maintain bar supplies, know liquor recipes and prices, and ensure accurate charging for drinks. You will handle cash and point-of-sale systems while providing attentive service to hotel guests.

In this role you will anticipate guest needs, resolve complaints, and work as part of a collaborative team in a historic boutique setting. Liquor liability training is required within 30 days of employment and every two years.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work well in a team and be flexible.
• Capable of withstanding high-pressure, fast-paced hospitality environments.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bar supplies and prepare daily requisitions.
• Know liquor recipes, prices, glassware, and garnishes for drinks.
• Accurately handle cash, MICROS system, and tip policies; ensure proper charging for drinks.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to maintain positive guest relations.
• Resolve guest complaints and ensure guest satisfaction in each interaction.
• Complete liquor liability training within 30 days of employment and every 2 years.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Fast-paced

Flexibility

Job description

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Location Description

1914 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, Dist. Columbia 20009

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row is a historic landmark hotel near Dupont Circle. Originally built in 1906 as an upscale, Beaux-Arts building, The Churchill Hotel is an intimate and elegant boutique hotel that offers modern amenities while echoing its original historic charm. Relax in recently refreshed luxurious rooms and suites with beautiful décor and with views of our vibrant neighborhood.

Job Description

What you will be doing

• Efficiently maintain bar supplies, including preparation of daily requisition, as necessary.
• Must be completely familiar with all the different kinds of liquor, recipes and prices of drinks, proper glassware used for each recipe, as well as garnishes needed.
• Know drink recipes, prices and type of beverages available.
• Be familiar with accurate cash handling procedures to include proper discounting, MICROS system (or registers), bank procedures and tip policies. Responsible for accurately charging the guests for drinks. Responsible for accurate intake of all the monies.
• Anticipate guest needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, maintaining positive guest relations at all times.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction in each interaction.
• Be formally trained regarding liquor liability within 30 days of employment and every 2 years thereafter.

Location

Washington Churchill-WCH

Requirements

What we are looking for

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to communicate with guests and associates
• High work ethic and self-initiative
• Able to work in high pressure and fast paced situations
• May be required to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!
• Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)
• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. (6-8 hours a day)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Status

Full-time

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