Willowsong Barback at InterContinental Washington DC - The Wharf

InterContinental Hotels Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 3,685,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k

Room discounts

Job summary

A luxury hotel on the waterfront is seeking a Bartender to deliver exceptional service and create memorable experiences for guests. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to manage bar inventory, and a commitment to quality service. This position offers a starting pay of $26.75 per hour, along with benefits including medical coverage and paid time off. If you have a passion for hospitality, we invite you to apply and join our team.

Qualifications

• Ability to create a warm welcome for guests.
• Skills in preparing and serving drinks to a high standard.
• Capability to manage bar inventory and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Creating a warm welcome for every guest.
• Preparing and serving drinks, promoting specials.
• Managing stock and ensuring cleanliness.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift 50lbs

Knowledge of food handling and serving alcohol

Attention to detail

Job description

Willowsong Barback at InterContinental Washington DC - The Wharf

Hotel Brand: InterContinental

Location: United States, DC, Washington

Hotel: IC - Washington D.C. - The Wharf (WASHC), 801 Wharf Street SW, 20024

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world’s leading hotel and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.

Five visionary brands - InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette Collection and Kimpton Hotels - make up our luxury collection. Individually, they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around the world.

Having recently added a host of incredible properties to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world’s leading luxury operators. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable and unparalleled experiences.

About the hotel

A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.’s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf in the reimagined Wharf neighborhood brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge and a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting. Featuring a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture, and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect atmosphere for guests and locals alike.

About the Bartender position

Take a splash of expert knowledge. Add a drizzle of pride. Pour over a passion for serving drinks and food to our guests’ unique tastes. We’re searching for a new Bartender with the perfect mix of skills to make every guest experience truly memorable.

A little taste of your day-to-day

• Creating a warm welcome for every single guest to set the tone for their experience with us
• Preparing and serving drinks to a high standard and highlighting promotions for our guests
• Owning your bar – managing stock, inventory and equipment as well as keeping the space cleaner than clean
• Handling cash and credit transactions
• Working closely with your restaurant colleagues to deliver a truly seamless food service

What we need from you

• The strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg) which can also involve bending and kneeling
• A good grasp of reading, writing and basic math
• The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Compliance with local laws on food handling and serving alcohol – you’ll need to be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language
• Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $26.75. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. This is the starting rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may pay more or less than the posted rate, and the rate may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

Who we are

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG Hotels & Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.