Bartender

OTH Hotels•Jessup, MD

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender delivers beverage and food service to guests while maintaining a welcoming, efficient, and professional bar environment. The role prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, engages with guests, manages bar inventory, and follows service and safety standards. It supports guest satisfaction through beverage knowledge, service excellence, and hospitality in a fast-paced, high-volume bar and restaurant environment. Work takes place primarily indoors behind the bar and in surrounding service areas, with exposure to noise, uneven surfaces, cleaning chemicals, hot and cold items, and potentially slippery floors. The position requires multitasking, attention to detail, and knowledge of beverage service and mixology.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of bartending experience.
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 use suggestive selling techniques effectively.
Team-oriented approach and willingness to support other departments.
Alcohol-service certification preferred or required according to local regulations.
Ability to stand constantly throughout the shift; walk, bend, reach, balance, and use manual and gross motor skills frequently; perform frequent eye-hand coordination; occasionally sit and push or pull; lift or carry up to 10 lbs. constantly, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Full-service bar experience strongly preferred.
Alcohol-service certification preferred, unless required by local regulations.

Responsibilities

Greet guests promptly at the bar or restaurant.
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and standards.
Provide bar or table-side service, including food and beverage delivery.
Engage with guests to provide a welcoming, high-quality experience.
Maintain knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, cocktail recipes, drink trends, and menu offerings.
Recommend beverages and use suggestive selling techniques.
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 waste reduction.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar areas throughout the shift.
Follow sanitation, safety, and alcohol-service regulations.
Maintain a clean, polished, 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.