Bartender

Performance Hospitality • Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d • $12 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender delivers friendly, professional, and timely service while preparing and serving beverages in accordance with company standards and applicable laws. The role ensures a well-stocked, clean, and safe bar environment and creates memorable guest experiences. The position is at B Ocean Resort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is full-time with a day shift. The listed salary range is $11.98–$15.00 per hour.

The Bartender prepares alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to specification, provides attentive guest service, operates the point-of-sale system, and supports bar setup, inventory, cleanliness, and outlet performance. The role coordinates with restaurant and culinary colleagues and performs other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of bartending experience in a hotel, restaurant, or high-volume bar is preferred.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits.
• Strong guest-service, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency with POS systems and basic cash handling.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to serve alcohol.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift, push, or pull up to 30 pounds; and perform frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive motions.

Nice To Haves

• TIPS, TEAM, or ServSafe Alcohol certification is preferred, or must be obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to specification, following recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.
• Verify guest age and identification, practice responsible alcohol service, and intervene or refuse service when appropriate.
• Provide warm, attentive hospitality; anticipate guest needs, make recommendations, upsell thoughtfully, and promptly resolve concerns.
• Set up, stock, and break down the bar each shift, including garnishes, glassware, mixers, ice, beer, wine, and spirits; maintain par levels.
• Operate the POS accurately; handle cash, credit, comps, and room charges; balance the bank and complete end-of-shift paperwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar, tools, and service areas, following health, safety, and company policies.
• Coordinate with servers, hosts, and the culinary team to support smooth, timely service.
• Monitor inventory, note variances, and assist with ordering, receiving, and monthly counts.
• Support outlet goals for guest satisfaction, revenue per cover, and check averages.
• Perform side work and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Performance bonuses based on company and individual performance.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Professional development, career advancement, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Employee discounts on hotel stays and services across PHM properties.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• Flexible scheduling and work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

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