Bartender - Aloft Hotel

Part-Time

Aloft New Orleans Downtown, New Orleans, LA, US

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:  Bartender                                                         

Department: Food and Beverage                                                    

Supervision Exercised: None

Supervision Received:   Restaurant Manager, F& B Manager, General Manager

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Bartender is responsible for providing food and beverage service to all our guests.

 

JOB DUTIES

• Greet all guests with enthusiasm and friendliness.
• Communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Demonstrate teamwork by cooperating and assisting co-workers as needed.
• Handle difficult situations effectively.
• Take orders from guests and beverage orders from servers. 
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
• Prepare garnishes for drinks.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make specific recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to bar supervisor.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies. 
• Thank guests for their visit and invite them to return.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures to achieve the overall objectives of this position.
• Adhere to hotel policies and procedures.
• Attend work on time as scheduled.
• Follow hotel grooming and dress standards.
• Minimize safety hazards by following all safety rules and procedures.
• Support the environmental commitments by having the knowledge, skills, and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry.
•  Nametag must be worn at all times.
• Punch clock in and, ready to work no earlier than five minutes prior to the shift. 
• Report to Food & Beverage Supervisor before ending work shift.
• Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and some holidays. 
• Must work well with or without direct supervision.  
• Previous bartending experience required. 
• Excellent oral communication skills required. 
•  Positive interpersonal skills required.
• Must be neat and well groomed at all times. 
•  Needs to be flexible, self-motivated, and positive and have a professional attitude towards guests, co-workers and management.  
• Must be able to maintain proper certificates or Training to serve Alcohol.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled