Kai Bar - Bartender

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation•Lihue, HI

27d•Onsite

About The Position

At Sonesta, our bars, lounges and outlets are all about creating memorable moments, great energy, and genuine connections. As a Bartender, you’ll deliver exceptional beverage service and hospitality while creating a welcoming, upbeat experience for every guest. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves connecting with people, and enjoys crafting cocktails, conversations, and experiences guests remember long after last call. If you’re energetic, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality — we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

Previous bartending, restaurant, hotel, lounge, nightlife, or hospitality experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and responsible alcohol service practices.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Experience using POS systems and handling cash transactions accurately.
Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and presentation standards.
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.
TIPS Certification, Food Handler Certification, or alcohol service certification preferred where required.
A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest experience, and creating memorable food & beverage moments.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes, brand standards, and guest preferences.
Provide exceptional guest service by engaging with guests, making recommendations, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Maintain strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and beverage menus.
Operate efficiently during high-volume restaurant, lounge, banquet, and event service periods.
Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards across bar and service areas.
Accurately process orders, payments, tabs, and transactions using POS systems.
Assist with bar setup, inventory, garnishes, stock replenishment, and opening/closing duties.
Follow food safety guidelines, responsible alcohol service standards, and hotel operational procedures.
Partner closely with Servers, Culinary teams, and Food & Beverage leadership to support smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
Support upselling initiatives, promotions, and beverage programs that drive guest engagement and revenue.
Any other duties as assigned.