Bartender- Mojitos

EOS • Key West, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Havana Cabana is a Cuban-inspired waterfront hotel in Old Town Key West. The pool is where everything happens. Our food and beverage program leans on great cocktails, Cuban and Latin cuisines and the kind of laid back energy that fits the island. The property is operated by EOS Hospitality, a national hotel management company with a portfolio of independent and lifestyle hotels.

Requirements

• At least 1 to 2 years bartending in a high volume restaurant, hotel, resort, or bar.
• Solid working knowledge of classic cocktails, beer, wine basics, and standard bar terminology.
• Comfortable on a POS system (Toast).
• Florida Responsible Vendor Training (or TIPS / ServSafe Alcohol) and Food Handler Certification at hire or within 30 days of starting.
• At least 18 years old, per Florida law for on-premise alcohol service.
• Strong guest service instincts; ability to stay friendly and efficient when the bar is busy.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Open availability across days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior hotel, resort, pool bar, or tropical destination experience.
• Familiarity with Cuban and Caribbean cocktails and the rum category.
• Conversational or fluent Spanish.
• Banquet, wedding, or private event experience.
• Craft cocktail skills (fresh juicing, syrups, infusions, batching, garnish work).
• Local Key West knowledge and ability to provide recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests as they walk up to the bar and make them feel welcome.
• Recommend cocktails and food items.
• Pay attention to guests, refill water, pace drinks, and check in.
• Handle complaints calmly and involve a manager when necessary.
• Build every drink to recipe, using measuring tools for consistency and pour cost control.
• Suggest premium pours when appropriate.
• Prep batches, juices, syrups, and garnishes during opening and slow periods.
• Learn new drinks quickly when the menu changes seasonally and provide feedback.
• Card anyone who looks under 35 and check IDs.
• Cut off guests who have had too much and inform a manager.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, and local alcohol service laws, as well as Havana Cabana and EOS Hospitality policies.
• Open and close every check accurately, applying comps, discounts, and room charges with manager approval.
• Process cash, cards, mobile wallets, and room charges cleanly.
• Reconcile your drawer and declare tips at the end of every shift.
• Report voids, comps, or check adjustments to the manager on duty before leaving.
• Keep the bar clean and organized at all times, including the bar top, wells, speed rails, glassware, garnish station, and back bar.
• Follow Florida health code and ServSafe standards on sanitation and hand hygiene.
• Complete opening, mid shift, and closing side work.
• Check pars and inform the bar manager of low stock before running out.
• Label, date, and rotate all perishables using the FIFO method.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the pool deck, including the bar, signage, menus, furniture, and ambient setup.
• Cover scheduled shifts at Flama Cabana, including service bar and guest-facing roles.
• Work banquet bars and private events on property, including setup, operation, breakdown, and cleanup.
• Adapt service style to match the outlet: high energy and casual at Mojitos, refined and conversational at Flama Cabana, and structured at banquets.
• Read the BEO before every event to understand consumption limits, bar type, and guest count.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with servers, food runners, kitchen staff, hosts, security, and managers.
• Attend pre-shift meetings and pay attention during training.
• Support new menus and property initiatives.
• Assist other bartenders and barbacks during busy periods.
• Report safety problems, broken equipment, and guest incidents to the manager on duty immediately.

Benefits

• Competitive tipped hourly wage plus tips (cash and credit, pooled where applicable per property policy).
• Medical, dental, and vision options for eligible full-time team members.
• 401(k) with company match, per plan eligibility.
• Paid time off and paid holidays per EOS Hospitality policy.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Travel discounts across the EOS Hospitality portfolio.
• Shift meal and non-alcoholic drinks on the house when working.
• Uniform top provided.
• Ongoing training and growth opportunities within the property and across EOS Hospitality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed