Bartender- Fairfield Inn & Suites, Littleton, CO

Description

Fairfield Inn & Suites is seeking a talented and customer-focused Bartender to join our team in Littleton, CO. If you have a passion for mixology, excellent customer service skills, and enjoy creating memorable experiences for guests, we want to hear from you! The Hotel Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages to guests in a friendly, efficient, and professional manner. This role requires excellent customer service skills, extensive knowledge of drink recipes, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• We offer 401k, Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance full-time employees.

• Company-wide discount - receive a 25% discount at over 40 company-affiliated restaurants!

• Employee Referral Bonus - refer a friend and get paid!

• Advancement - On-the-job skills training to prepare employees for upward mobility opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Guest Service:

   • Greet guests promptly with a warm and friendly demeanor.

   • Take beverage orders from guests.

   • Provide recommendations and answer questions about drink selections.

2. Drink Preparation:

   • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes.

   • Mix ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters to prepare cocktails and other drinks.

   • The bartender is responsible for serving alcohol responsibly, which includes refusing service to individuals who have had too much to drink and verifying customer check identification to ensure customers meet legal age requirements for alcohol consumption.

3. Bar Maintenance:

   • Maintain a clean and organized bar area.

   • Stock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.

   • Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.

   • Ensure the bar complies with all health and safety regulations.

4. Cash Handling:

   • Process payments from guests using cash, credit cards, or room charges.

   • Balance cash receipts and transactions at the end of each shift.

5. Team Collaboration:

   • Work closely with other hotel staff members to provide a seamless guest experience.

   • Communicate effectively with team members and management.

6. Additional Duties:

   • Participate in bar staff meetings and training sessions.

   • Assist with bar promotions, events, and special occasions.

   • Handle guest complaints and concerns promptly and professionally.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Prior experience as a bartender in a hotel or high-volume establishment is preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

• Strong knowledge of alcoholic beverages, cocktails, and drink recipes.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Basic math and cash handling skills.

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights (up to 25 lbs).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certification in bartending or mixology is an asset.

• Must meet state and local age requirements for serving alcohol.

• Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification may be required.

Working Conditions:

• This position may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• The work environment is typically loud and busy.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Ability to lift, carry, and transport items up to 25 lbs.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or tasks which may be required to be performed in this position. Employer may amend, change, or modify the responsibilities and duties of this position to meet business needs as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment and may be changed at the discretion of the employer with or without notice.

Denco Family, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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