Bartender

Hersha Hospitality Management LP • Fort Lauderdale, FL

7d

About The Position

Serve beverages and/or food in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner while achieving a high level of guest satisfaction. The work schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends, and different shifts. This role involves extended periods of standing and walking, as well as pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, and reaching with the arms.

The role offers a growth path to Beverage Manager/Restaurant Supervisor, Restaurant Manager, and Food & Beverage Manager. HHM Hotels is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics.

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 and walk, push, lift up to 25 pounds, bend, and reach with the arms.
• Schedule may include working holidays, weekends, and different shifts.

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 purchasing alcohol.
• 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 payment processing.
• 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.
• Monitor guest satisfaction scores and work to improve 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.

Benefits

• Competitive wages for full-time and part-time opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) company match
• Daily Pay
• Free basic life insurance
• 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource
• Travel discounts
• Commuter transit and commuter parking benefits
• Employee assistance and wellness program
• Educational/professional development
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED