Bartender Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 19 years of age, as required by Arizona law to serve alcoholic beverages.
• One or more years of previous bartending experience.
• Strong guest-service, communication, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced restaurant and lounge environment.
• Clear, friendly verbal communication and ability to accurately take orders and relay information during busy service.
• Ability to prepare multiple beverages and manage several guests at once while maintaining accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
• Sound judgment in responsible alcohol service, including recognizing intoxication and handling refusals calmly and respectfully.
• Ability to remain calm, positive, and service-oriented during busy periods or unexpected situations.
• Basic math skills and ability to learn and use a POS system, handheld ordering devices, and other required technology.
• Knowledge of drink recipes, pour standards, and bar equipment, or willingness to learn the beverage program and service standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and assist where needed.
• Ability to learn and follow hotel procedures, brand standards, food safety and alcohol service requirements, and company policies.
• Availability to work scheduled AM or PM shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Maricopa County Food Handler Card, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Arizona Title 4 Basic Training certificate, or ability to complete an approved course within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including extended standing and walking; repetitive hand and wrist motions; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; and bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, and kneeling.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in direct sun and high temperatures when scheduled at the rooftop lounge.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a craft cocktail, hotel, or high-volume bar program.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits.
• Experience with bar inventory, par levels, and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and attentively, creating an inviting bar atmosphere.
• Recommend cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and menu items, and answer questions about ingredients and preparation.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, enter them into the POS system, and prepare and deliver orders promptly.
• Prepare beverages to recipe, pour, and brand standards, maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
• Serve alcoholic beverages responsibly in compliance with Arizona liquor laws and hotel policy; verify identification, monitor consumption, and decline service when appropriate.
• Prepare server beverage orders promptly and accurately, and communicate allergy and dietary requests to the kitchen.
• Process payments, room charges, and cash transactions accurately; follow cash-handling, tip-reporting, and end-of-shift closeout procedures.
• Complete opening, running, and closing side work, including stocking, preparing garnishes and mixers, and setting up and breaking down service stations.
• Assist with inventory counts, par sheets, and requisitions, and follow cost controls to reduce waste, spillage, and expenses.
• Keep the bar clean, safe, and organized by washing barware, clearing and sanitizing surfaces, and reporting spills, broken items, or hazards.
• Follow food safety and sanitation practices, including proper handling, storage, and temperature control.
• Respond professionally to guest requests and concerns, resolve routine issues, and escalate safety concerns, intoxicated guests, or unresolved matters to a Supervisor or Manager.
• Follow hotel procedures for guest and associate incidents and know hotel emergency procedures.
• Follow heat-safety practices during outdoor and rooftop shifts, including hydration, shade, and rest breaks, and help teammates recognize and report heat-related illness.
• Follow company policies, brand standards, safety procedures, and operational guidelines, and complete assigned training and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage plus tips.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time and part-time associates.
• Holiday pay.
• Hilton Team Member Travel Program.
• Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance.