Bartender - Oasis at Death Valley

Xanterra Travel Collection•Furnace Creek, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender position is responsible for providing great guest service by mixing quality cocktails, pouring a proper draft, and decanting wine to achieve the best taste. Join our team as a Bartender at The Oasis at Death Valley, where you'll have the opportunity to work in any number of our vibrant bar outlets, including The Inn Bar, The Inn Pool Bar, Last Kind Words Saloon, Wild Rose Tavern, and the Employee Pub.

Requirements

1–2 years of bartending experience in a hotel, restaurant, or bar setting.
Familiarity with mixing cocktails, pouring wine and beer, and using bar equipment.
Ability to organize and prioritize under pressure while maintaining a calm and pleasant demeanor.
Ability to communicate effectively with guests, co-workers, and supervisors.
Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly: Service procedures, beverage and food menus as appropriate, Aloha point of sales.
Computer experience and knowledge of ordering procedures.
Knowledge of basic sanitation.
Certification in the TIPS alcohol awareness program is required. Workshops will be provided if not currently certified.

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume environments is preferred.
Knowledge of brands, selections and recipes helpful.

Responsibilities

Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner.
Follow all policies, procedures and service standards.
Accurately record and enter all food (where applicable) and beverage items in to the POS system; produce, pick up, garnish and serve food and beverages promptly to guests; collect and process forms of payment; ensuring guest satisfaction throughout.
Maximize sale by using menu knowledge and suggestive selling techniques. Motivate and educate staff in up-selling and wine salesmanship. Ensure established standards of beverage service are met.
Offer and serve alcoholic beverages while adhering to established Xanterra alcohol policies.
Maintain cleanliness of lounge and service areas. Ensure work area is orderly and properly stocked.
Responsible for collecting accurate payment from the guest and depositing the exact amount of sales.