Lounge Bartender

Embassy Suites Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown (Crestline Hotels and Resorts)•Tuscaloosa, AL

131d•$5 - $10•Onsite

About The Position

The Lounge Bartender will take orders, prepare, and serve alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages and light meals to guests, courteously and efficiently according to hotel specifications. He/she also will maintain stock/supplies and cleanliness of outlet and equipment. This role is part-time, with weekends being a must, and requires an outgoing individual with the ability to keep conversations with guests, possessing positive energy and knowledge of the surrounding area. The position operates within a leisure-driven hotel's F&B establishment.

Requirements

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): or Work Equivalent.
Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
Must have good understanding of the English language.
Knowledge of various drink recipes and beverage service standards.
Ability to input and access information in the property management system/computers/point of sales system.
Ability to keep conversations with guests.
Positive energy and knowledgeable of the surrounding area.

Nice To Haves

1-year experience as a Server or Barback preferred but not required.
Certification of previous training in liquor, wine, and food service.
Certification in an alcohol awareness program.
Certification in CPR.
Previous guest/customer relations training.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections available in the assigned outlet.
Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving.
Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies.
Always keep bank secure.
Maintain complete knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems.
Greet guests and take their orders (food and beverage), utilizing suggestive/up-selling techniques.
Input orders into system and ensure transmission is verified by Bartender/Kitchen.
Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of tables, service areas and outlet itself.
Present guest checks and process payments through the Bartender/Cashier. Adhere to all cash handling and credit policies/procedures.
Clean and reset tables immediately after guests depart.
Collect and report tips at the end of assigned shift.
Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and Hotel requirements.
Complete all closing reports in the P.O.S. system.
Legibly document maintenance needs on work orders and submit to Manager.