Bartender - Summer House on Music Lane

About our Company:

Life gathers around water in Texas, and Hotel Magdalena honors our spring-fed culture and the community that grows near it. The design of the 89-room hotel takes inspiration from the local lake house ethos of the 1970s, situated amongst rolling grounds and natural beauty inspired by Texas. The Magdalena is also home to Summer House on Music Lane and Magdalena Bar, offering locals and visitors alike more places to hang out and experience the best of Austin, off of South Congress.

Hotel Magdalena is proud to be a part of Bunkhouse, a hospitality company that believes in inspired design, connection to place, and the value of community. Bunkhouse has designed and developed a celebrated portfolio of hospitality projects including: Hotel Saint Cecilia, Hotel San José, Austin Motel, Carpenter Hotel, and Jo’s Coffee in Austin; Hotel Havana and Ocho in San Antonio; The Phoenix Hotel in San Francisco, California; Hotel San Cristóbal in Baja, Mexico; and Hotel Genevieve in Louisville, Kentucky.

Summer House on Music Lane, the full service restaurant at Hotel Magdalena, is inspired by the casual sophistication that defines a lake house weekend. The menu features honest cooking taking cues from old school hospitality but with a decidedly unpretentious, Austin sensibility. We are open to the public every day of the week on South Congress; more than a hotel restaurant!

We're looking for:

Summer House on Music Lane is looking for a Bartender who will mix and serve drinks to patrons (directly or through wait staff), wait on Bar patrons and serve items from the bar menu, create bar menu items, and all food preparation associated with Bar service. The person having this position must have good communication skills, the ability to resolve conflict and a thorough understanding of Bunkhouse policies. All Bunkhouse employees are expected to greet all guests in close proximity and make each feel important by providing a genuine welcome. Furthermore, Servers must develop and maintain the company’s culture, values, and reputation in the public eye, and with all staff, guests, vendors, and partners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED). College Degree preferred
• Six (6) months related experience in hospitality or service industry
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace

Bunkhouse is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Requirements:

• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from patrons
• Mix ingredients to prepare and garnish cocktails and other beverages according to Bunkhouse standards
• Serve snacks or food items to customers as requested or submit order to Kitchen
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays
• Help plan and organize the menu and operations of the Cocktail Lounge or Bar
• Ensure immediate response is given to any and all guest comments and concerns and inform immediate supervisor of concerns and assist implementing corrective measure when necessary
• Collect money for all orders taken
• Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
• Balance cash receipts
• Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers’ excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons
• Order or requisition liquors and supplies
• Ask customers who become loud and unruly to leave
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area

Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Working Conditions/Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, typical of a hotel/restaurant/office setting
• The person in this position may have to lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds on a daily basis; anything over fifty (50) pounds is considered a minimum two (2) person lift
• The person having this position may have to remain stationary for one (1) hour, move about/traverse property spaces, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for up to eight (8) hours per day

Bunkhouse is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process or for a specific position, contact Bunkhouse Human Resources at hr@bunkhousegroup.com or (512) 852-2311.

Benefits:

Bunkhouse offers a liberal working environment that encourages individuality and creativity. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 20 hours/week or more that includes:

• Highly subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Short Term Disability coverage
• Generous Paid Time off (Full Time)
• Free stays at Bunkhouse hotels (Full Time)
• 401k with company matching
• Employee Discounts (50% off on food & beverage!)
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave (Full Time, after 1 year employment)

Bunkhouse Core Values:

• BE REAL. We treat everyone like human beings. We are respectful and authentic, we listen, and we develop meaningful relationships with guests, customers and each other. We encourage our employees to have a voice and to use it to improve the work we do.
• CREATE MAGIC. In design, service and all things, we go above and beyond to inspire. Every detail counts, and we believe that our work is a collaboration that depends on all of us bringing our creativity and passion to work with us every day.
• BE HERE NOW. In our work, creating a sense of place is important. We contribute to the fabric of our respective communities by honoring, representing and supporting the communities in which our businesses exist. We make it our goal to be experts on our cities, and we leave travelers with a sense of where they have been.
• EMBRACE ADVENTURE. We don’t always know where the road will lead, but we know that we’ll have each other along the journey. We strive to learn and grow from our experiences, to create meaningful structure along the way and, in some cases, to embrace chaos when necessary.
• LOOK TOWARDS THE FUTURE. We work with a spirit of continuous improvement in all areas. We seek to provide a path of growth for all of our employees and for Bunkhouse as a whole.