Bartender

Yotel•Boston, MA

64d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a professional bartender who is energetic, responsible, and able to work in a customer service-focused, fast-paced environment. Our Food and Beverage offerings include two distinct restaurants in Boston - Deck12 with iconic city views and VELA. Must be able to work holidays and weekends. Additional skills include the ability to multitask, work as a team, and service customers with a smile. Wine knowledge is a requirement. TIPS certified is a plus. Part-time availability, able to work weekday and weekend shifts. Our Bartenders are responsible for greeting and serving YOTEL Boston’s guests in a genuine and friendly manner. Bartenders are required to prepare beverages requested by guests and monitor guest behavior and guest alcohol consumption to determine when alcohol service to the guest should cease; notify management of incidents involving excessive alcohol consumption or impaired condition of customers; check identification whenever the age of a guest requesting alcoholic beverage service is questionable.

Requirements

Multiple years of mixology experience with a strong creative approach to crafting beverages
Welcoming, personable individual who enjoys building genuine guest interactions
Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills preferred
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
Must be able to stand and remain active for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift
Wine knowledge is a requirement

Nice To Haves

TIPS certified is a plus

Responsibilities

Representing the cocktail list and presenting our cocktails to our guests, explaining the art behind each creation, introducing the magic of flavors to create memorable experiences
Communicating all cocktail related facts to all service staff
Organizing tasting of the new cocktails based on seasonal menu changes
Supporting dining room staff/ preparing drinks and beverages for guests
Performing bartending duties in a timely manner adjusted to the business volume
Making sure the bar is stocked with all needed liquor brands, beers and wines by the glass, all needed ingredients and garnishes
Validating cocktail menu – cleanliness and correct pricing
Making sure the bar area is up to health department standards
Assisting and working closely with other bartenders performing bartender duties
Communicating any bar and beverage related problems to managers