Bartender

Lodging Dynamics•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Canopy Scottsdale Old Town, the Bartender works at Cobre Kitchen + Cocktails and Outrider Rooftop Lounge, creating a welcoming bar atmosphere and delivering attentive hospitality. The role prepares and serves beverages and food, provides knowledgeable recommendations, serves alcohol responsibly in accordance with Arizona liquor laws, processes payments accurately, and keeps the bar clean, stocked, and inviting. Bartenders may be scheduled in either outlet and work with server, kitchen, and leadership teams to support service during busy shifts, events, and peak season. This is a part-time position with AM and PM shifts available. Schedules follow business levels and include weekends and holidays. The role reflects Lodging Dynamics’ values of hospitality, teamwork, and excellence in guest interactions. Work takes place behind the bars and in adjoining kitchen, storage, and service areas. Rooftop shifts involve outdoor work in direct sun, high temperatures, wind, and changing weather; water, shade, rest breaks, and heat safety training are provided. Floors may be wet or slippery, and noise may be moderate to loud during busy periods and events. The position requires extended periods of standing and walking, repetitive hand and wrist movements, and occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of up to 50 pounds. Associates may also move kegs using a hand truck or with assistance, bend and reach to restock, and operate a POS system and bar and service equipment.

Requirements

At least one year of previous bartending experience.
Must be at least 19 years old, as required by Arizona law for serving alcoholic beverages.
Maricopa County Food Handler Card, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Arizona Title 4 Basic Training certificate, or ability to complete an approved course within 30 days of hire.
Strong guest-service, communication, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced restaurant and lounge environment.
Genuine enthusiasm for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
Clear, friendly verbal communication and ability to accurately take orders and relay information during busy service.
Ability to prepare multiple beverages and manage several guests while maintaining accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
Sound judgment in responsible alcohol service, including recognizing intoxication and handling refusals calmly and respectfully.
Ability to remain calm, positive, and service-oriented during busy periods or unexpected situations.
Basic math skills and ability to learn and use a POS system, handheld ordering devices, and other required technology.
Knowledge of drink recipes, pour standards, and bar equipment, or willingness to learn the beverage program and service standards.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and help where needed.
Ability to learn and follow hotel procedures, brand standards, food-safety and alcohol-service requirements, and company policies.
Availability for scheduled AM or PM shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including extended standing and walking; repetitive hand and wrist motions; occasional handling of up to 50 pounds; bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, and kneeling; and outdoor rooftop work in heat and sun.
Ability to communicate effectively in person in moderate- to high-noise environments and visually verify identification, orders, and payment details.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a craft cocktail, hotel, or high-volume bar program.
Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits.
Experience with bar inventory, par levels, and POS systems.

Responsibilities

Welcome guests warmly and attentively, creating an inviting atmosphere.
Recommend cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and menu items, and answer questions about ingredients and preparation.
Take and enter food and beverage orders accurately in the POS system, then prepare and deliver orders promptly.
Prepare beverages according to recipes, pour standards, and brand standards.
Serve alcohol responsibly under Arizona liquor laws and hotel policy, including verifying identification, monitoring consumption, and declining service when appropriate.
Prepare beverage orders for servers and communicate allergy and dietary requests to the kitchen.
Process payments, room charges, and cash transactions accurately, following cash-handling, tip-reporting, and shift-closeout procedures.
Complete opening, running, and closing side work, including stocking, preparing garnishes and mixers, and setting up or breaking down service stations.
Assist with inventory counts, par sheets, and requisitions, and follow cost controls to reduce waste and expenses.
Keep the bar clean, safe, and organized; wash barware, sanitize surfaces, and report spills, broken items, and hazards.
Follow food safety and sanitation standards for handling, storing, and temperature-controlling food, beverages, and garnishes.
Respond professionally to guest requests and concerns, resolve routine issues, and escalate safety concerns, intoxicated guests, or unresolved matters to a Supervisor or Manager.
Follow hotel incident and emergency procedures.
Follow rooftop heat-safety practices, including hydration, shade, and rest breaks, and help identify and report signs of heat-related illness.
Follow company policies, brand standards, safety procedures, and operational guidelines, and complete assigned training and compliance requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage plus tips
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time and part-time associates
Holiday pay opportunities
Hilton Team Member Travel Program
Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance