Lounge Bartender | Philadelphia Residence Inn

Shaner Hotels • Philadelphia, PA

21d

About The Position

The Lounge Bartender takes orders, prepares, and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and light meals to guests courteously and efficiently according to hotel specifications. The role maintains outlet supplies, cleanliness, and equipment, and helps ensure compliance with daily Food and Beverage operating procedures, food and beverage safety and quality standards, and safe working practices. The bartender responds to guest-related issues and communicates with the General Manager, department managers, supervisors, and staff. The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in the restaurant or Food and Beverage field.
• Meet the minimum state age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate satisfactorily with guests, management, and co-workers.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Alcohol awareness training, such as TIPS.
• Ability to accurately compute basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Some college.
• ServSafe and/or food safety training.
• Familiarity with food and beverage cost controls.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of local activities and attractions appropriate for clientele.

Responsibilities

• Take orders, prepare, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and light meals to guests courteously and efficiently according to hotel specifications.
• Maintain stock and supplies, and keep the outlet and equipment clean.
• Ensure compliance with daily Food and Beverage Department operational procedures.
• Maintain food and beverage safety and quality according to hotel, Shaner, and franchise specifications.
• Follow department standards and procedures for operations and safe working conditions.
• Respond to and handle guest-related issues pertaining to the department.
• Communicate with the General Manager, other department managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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