Bartender

The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park•El Paso, TX

19d

About The Position

The Bartender serves beverages and/or food in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner to achieve a high level of guest satisfaction. The role includes maintaining bar areas, preparing and serving orders, processing guest payments, and following standards for safe and responsible alcohol service. The Bartender also supports inventory and requisition activities, completes shift side work, and works toward improving guest satisfaction. This property is part of HHM Hotels’ Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division.

Requirements

Previous bartending or mixologist experience, or equivalent training, is required.
Food Sanitation certificate is required within 90 days of employment.
Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, push, lift up to 25 pounds, bend, and reach with arms.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma preferred.
TIPS certification is a plus.
Food Sanitation certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain clean and organized bar areas.
Slice and pit fruit for drink garnishes.
Check customer identification to verify age requirements for alcohol purchases.
Prepare and serve drink and/or food orders.
When applicable, take orders and serve and clear food and beverages for guests seated at tables in bar and lounge areas.
Issue guest checks and complete the payment process.
Follow standards for identifying and managing intoxicated guests.
Complete beverage requisitions to maintain par levels as needed.
Complete required side work before the end of the shift.
Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
Assist with taking beverage inventory.
Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Perform other duties as requested by management.