Mixologist/Lead Bartender

Morley Moss, Inc.•Minneapolis, MN

5d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Bar Lead reports to F+B leadership team and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals, including bartenders, servers, dishwashers, cooks and chefs. It is critical the person in this position possess a background in advanced bartending techniques, have a natural ability to lead and manage time and a second-to-none knowledge of beverages and cocktails. The Bar Lead will be responsible for aiding in the development and training of the bar team in creating memorable guest experiences. In depth menu knowledge is necessary to ensure safe service to guests with allergies and restrictions. The Bar Lead will help facilitate ongoing beverage tasting and training which will allow the team to expand their knowledge of beer, wine and spirits. The Bar Lead will have the opportunity to collaborate on seasonal beverage menus. All of our team members are expected to be reliable and responsible. We put an emphasis on treating all of our team members just like we treat our guests- giving a smile, a helping hand and a willingness to jump in to assist in any situation. The person in this role will also actively develop trusting and transparent relationships with their peers and other associates of the hotel. As a team member within Aparium Hotel Group, they will work with a phenomenal group of peers who insist that each other are collaborative, humble, experienced and open-minded – no egos are allowed.

Requirements

Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, demonstrating a love for restaurants and guest service
Minimum of (4) four years experience as a bartender in either a free-standing or hotel restaurant or bar preferred
The ability to patiently train and develop the Bar team
The creativity and organization to consistently develop new relevant cocktails and aid in beverage programming
TIPS Alcohol service certification or ability to obtain
Must meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol
Available to work a flexible schedule to include mornings, weekends and holidays
Fluency in English both verbally and written
The ability to stand, walk and negotiate wet tile floor and steps for the entirety of a shift
Fine motor coordination for pouring beverages, decorating cocktails and folding napkins
The ability to lift and/or carry a 30 lb. tray, crate or box regularly
The ability to carry over one's shoulder occasionally
Hand and elbow movements for polishing glassware, silver, setting up tables, shacking, pouring and mixing drinks
Excellent sight and balance needed for negotiating varied floor surfaces
The ability to handle lit candles and hot fluids (coffee and tea)
The ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport beverage goods inventory, equipment, etc.
The ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport beverage inventory, equipment, etc.
Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers and kitchens

Responsibilities

Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character by being proud of who you are, where you come from and who we serve
Be collaborative with F+B leaders and the Bar team to improve things when you know they are not right or could be better
Be a storyteller of the history of Hewing Hotel and share our translocal hospitality efforts about our local collaborators and partners
Participate in daily line ups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the team while simultaneously providing constructive feedback and strategizing to overcome and correct any previously missed opportunities
Assist in all aspects of the F+B guest experience from beginning to end by extending a friendly greeting in an inviting environment, ensuring bar products and supplies are well stocked and executing requests in a friendly and timely manner, ascertaining satisfaction throughout and adjusting as necessary
Share your extensive knowledge of the beverage world with your Bar team and guests, using your product knowledge to enhance their experience, always striving to know more through constant study of your craft
Work in an organized and clean fashion, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment and workspace to create lasting impressions and strong relationships
Help guide the Bar team in the utilization of steps of service to provide professional service and exceed guest expectations, ensuring alcohol is served safely, responsibly and legally, utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases
Be accountable for maintaining a working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day as well as accurately accounting for all monetary transactions during your shift
Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the Food + Beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed
Assist in other areas of the F+B Department as needed, including but not limited to: Rooftop, Lounge, Banquets, Bar and In-Room Dining

Benefits

$17.37/hour + Gratuities
Performance Based Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D
Discounted pet insurance available through ASPCA
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community
Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion
Greatly discounted room rates for Aparium properties for you and your out-of-town guests