Bartender-Hotel Saint Cecilia

Hyatt • Austin, TX

305d

About The Position

Hotel Saint Cecilia 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.

Requirements

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 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
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and sister property staff
• Ability to understand computer programs (i.e. Property Management System and Point of Sale)
• Ability to perform basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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 measures 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 are loud and unruly to leave
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED