Bartender (Part-Time)

Longfellow Hotel • Portland, ME

22h • $9 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for talented bartenders for the Five of Clubs bar within the Longfellow Hotel. Five of Clubs serves beautifully crafted cocktails, a small wine and beer selection alongside an elevated bar menu. Our ideal candidate is warm, hospitable and a team player!

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent experiences
• Minimum two years bartending or related work
• Must be able to obtain any required food handing or alcohol serving certifications required by local or state agencies. (BABLO)
• Must be able to be on feet for entire shift and communicate with guests appropriately and effectively
• Above and beyond attitude is required as well as a flexible schedule with ability to work weekends/holidays and evenings
• Works in a careful and meticulous nature
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task in a high volume and demanding environment
• Strong interpersonal and team player skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to handle difficult situations and guests
• All applicants must have the proper legal documents to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Hotel/resort experience preferred
• Knowledge of Portland and surrounding areas, highly desirable, however not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks from the menu while ensuring proper pouring, mixing, and blending according to established recipes and established Longfellow Standards
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of all alcoholic and non-alcoholic ingredients and drinks/food to answer questions and accommodate off-menu requests
• Building rapport with the guest with above and beyond service
• Anticipate guest needs, ascertain satisfaction, and offer suggestions, and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests
• Service and take orders from guests seated at the bar area offering interesting, and vivid descriptions of each item’s, origin, taste, and preparation methods; maintain a working knowledge of liquors, wines, beers, ports, specialty drinks and food menus
• Assist with set-up and cleaning of operational areas
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management
• Comply with Longfellow and SLH workplace rules and standards of conduct

Benefits

• Discounted Hotel Stays Across New England
• Discounted meals at Twinflower Café and Five of Clubs
• Health insurance including dental and vision (full-time only)
• IRA plan matching up the 3% (full-time only)
• Discounted rates at hotels, spa and food and beverage outlets (all employees)

What This Job Offers

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