Bartender

Hersha Hospitality Management LP•Washington, DC

About The Position

Serve beverages and/or food in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner while achieving a high level of guest satisfaction. Maintain clean and organized bar areas, prepare and serve orders, process guest payments, and help maintain beverage inventory and par levels. The work schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends, and different shifts.

Requirements

Previous bartending or mixologist experience, or equivalent training, is required.
High school diploma preferred.
Food Sanitation certificate required within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

TIPS certification.
Food Sanitation certificate.

Responsibilities

Maintain clean and organized bar areas.
Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
Check customers’ identification to verify age requirements for purchasing alcohol.
Prepare and serve drink and/or food orders.
If 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 as needed to maintain par levels.
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.