Bartender

OTH Hotels Resorts•Jessup, MD

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender delivers beverage and food service to guests while maintaining a welcoming, efficient, and professional bar environment. The role involves preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, engaging with guests, managing bar inventory, and complying with service and safety standards. The Bartender contributes to guest satisfaction through product knowledge, service excellence, and hospitality. The position is based at the property in a fast-paced, high-volume bar and restaurant environment. Work takes place primarily indoors behind the bar and in surrounding service areas, with constant standing and continuous guest interaction. The environment may include noise, uneven surfaces, cleaning chemicals, hot and cold items, and potentially slippery floors. The role requires multitasking, attention to detail, and knowledge of beverage service and mixology.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 3 years of bartending experience required.
Extensive knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, and mixology.
Strong customer service skills and a friendly, professional demeanor.
Ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail in drink preparation and presentation.
Ability to perform inventory and follow bar control procedures.
Knowledge of cash handling and POS systems.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to apply suggestive selling techniques effectively.
Team-oriented approach and willingness to support other departments.
Constant standing throughout the entire shift behind the bar; frequent walking, bending, reaching, balancing, and use of manual and gross motor skills; frequent eye-hand coordination; occasional sitting and pushing or pulling.
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds constantly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work with continuous guest interaction in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Full-service bar experience strongly preferred.
Alcohol service certification preferred, or required per local regulations.

Responsibilities

Greet guests promptly upon arrival at the bar or restaurant.
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and standards.
Provide table-side or bar service as needed, including food and beverage delivery.
Engage with guests to provide a welcoming, high-quality experience.
Maintain extensive knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, and cocktail recipes.
Recommend beverages using suggestive selling techniques and stay informed about drink trends and menu offerings.
Ensure consistency and quality in beverage preparation and presentation.
Maintain bar par levels and assist with daily inventory and ordering.
Perform scheduled inventory counts and report variances.
Follow cash-handling and bank procedures according to accounting guidelines.
Assist with cost control and minimizing waste.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar areas throughout the shift.
Comply with sanitation, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
Maintain a polished, clean, and professional uniform appearance.
Handle glassware, bar tools, and equipment safely and responsibly.
Assist with guest flow and greet guests entering the restaurant or bar.
Support other food and beverage departments as needed.
Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
Contribute to a positive, team-oriented service environment.