Hotel Bartender

McKibbon Hospitality•Cape Canaveral, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The bartender provides customized beverage service to hotel restaurant and bar customers in a friendly, energetic, and timely manner. The role combines drink preparation with attentive guest service, helping customers enjoy or relax at the bar. Bartenders are expected to communicate effectively, multitask, and contribute to a positive bar experience. The bartender follows company drink-serving standards, supports product quality and guest satisfaction, maintains an accurate cash drawer, and keeps the bar and surrounding areas clean. The position requires adapting to customer needs and lifting trays weighing up to 30 pounds regularly. The schedule may include shift work, weekends, and holidays. McKibbon offers benefits and perks that vary according to full- or part-time employment and position. Full-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while all associates may be eligible for the listed financial, occupational, and personal wellness programs. State-specific benefit requirements also apply.

Requirements

One to two years of experience as a bartender.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Legal ability to serve alcohol in the applicable state or province.
Knowledge of state and local guidelines regarding alcohol service.
Knowledge of drink preparation.
Computational skills to process guest payments.
Ability to lift trays of beverages or food items weighing up to 30 pounds regularly.
Motivated self-starter.
Conscientious and driven to serve guests with professionalism and courtesy.

Nice To Haves

Food safety certification and/or alcohol service training is recommended.

Responsibilities

Approach each guest interaction with the goal of exceeding guest expectations.
Embrace the company culture in daily interactions with guests and associates.
Mix drinks according to serving sizes outlined in the company manual to help control drink costs.
Create an energized bar experience through friendly, personalized service.
Maintain an accurate cash drawer and account for discrepancies in the final tally.
Maintain the cleanliness and condition of the bar and its surroundings.
Support product quality and guest satisfaction.
Anticipate customer needs and adapt goals and direction as needed.
Prepare and present drinks.
Lift trays of beverages or food items weighing up to 30 pounds on a regular basis.
Follow the McKibbon Guiding Principles: Think Bigger, Love Your Community, Do the Right Thing, Support Each Other, and Make a Lasting Impression.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
Life insurance for full-time associates.
Pet insurance for full-time associates.
Short- and long-term disability coverage for full-time associates.
Paid time off and holidays for full-time associates.
Tuition assistance for full-time associates.
Competitive compensation with incentives; incentives vary by position.
401(k) savings plan with 50% matching up to 10% of compensation.
Associate referral program.
Brand and company training classes, workshops, and conferences for career growth and development; availability varies by position.
Fundraising matching funds program.
Team volunteer opportunities.
24/7 chaplain services.
Exclusive hotel rate discounts.
Applicable state-specific holiday, vacation, or benefit requirements.