What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bartender position at Higgins Hotel New Orleans, a Curio Collection by Hilton?
About Higgins Hotel & Conference Center
The National World War II Museum has completed the build out of a brand new 230 room hotel and conference center in the Arts & Warehouse District of New Orleans, adjacent to the most celebrated Museum currently located in the United States.
Prominently located on the Museum campus at the corner of Magazine Street and Andrew Higgins Drive, The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center will operate as part of the exclusive Curio Collection by Hilton, one of the Hilton’s 17 market-leading brands. Named after Higgins Industries boatbuilder Andrew Higgins, the Hotel will feature a striking 1940s theme designed by architects Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates.
The Higgins guest rooms combine modern and unexpected accommodations with era-inspired décor, plush bedding, luxury bathrooms and a full range of amenities, including in-room beverages and snacks. Our Conference Center facilities include over 18,000 sq. ft. of sophisticated meeting space with seamless abilities for communication and collaboration; featuring tailored service including food, beverage and audiovisual arrangements.
The Hotel’s dining facilities will be lavish entertainment locations for Hotel guests, Museum guests and community members. The spaces include Café Normandie, a full-service restaurant, including a private dining room. Guests and locals will also have the option to enjoy cocktails on the Hotel’s rooftop bar, Rosie’s on the Roof, which will celebrate the legacy of women in World War II; in addition, Kilroy’s Bar & Lounge and an extensive Provision’s Marketplace for grab & go options.
The property is operated by Hostmark Hospitality Group, one of the county’s premier hospitality management companies. Hostmark Hospitality Group’s success is based on a unique integration of vision and talent nurtured over 50 years. Every asset we’ve developed every property we’ve operated and every associate in whom we have invested has been the result of harnessing the infinite possibilities behind our Mission, our Promises and our Passion.
Hostmark Hospitality Group has an exciting new opportunity for the Higgins Hotel & Conference Center.
Bartender
We are looking for Bartenders with a passion to provide a fun and festive environment so guests can relax and unwind. You enjoy creating tasty and refreshing beverages that delight our guests. You take ownership in creating a joyous environment by setting up the social scene for our guests focusing on quality, consistency and detail creating a positive memorable experience for every guest. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role and has previous hospitality experience is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in guest services and ability to provide exceptional and memorable guest experiences.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Knows and applies federal, state, and local laws governing the service of alcoholic beverages, as well as the hotel's policies regarding liquor service and liability.
- Gathers all needed supplies and equipment for the bar set-up.
- Sets up the bar according to hotel standards and maintains it during the shift.
- Performs necessary side work.
- Reports tips for each pay period.
- Serves properly mixed drinks to guests.
- Punches in and reports to the Restaurant Manager/Assistant Restaurant Manager on time and in full uniform for each shift. Obtains Manager's approval prior to punching out.
- Runs tabs, computes guest checks, operates the POS computerized cash register system, and accepts payments.
- Maintain personal hygiene in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws.
Source: Hospitality Online