Lead Bartender $18-$20+ tips! - Hotel

At The Oxford Collection of Hotels, we don’t just provide jobs—we cultivate careers in a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and personal growth. As a rapidly growing and progressive hospitality company, we recognize that our employees are the key to our success. We foster a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where every team member is empowered to excel.

We’re looking for passionate, guest-focused individuals to join our team! Whether you're starting your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, if you thrive in a fast-paced, people-first environment, we’d love to meet you.

What We Offer:
Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for peace of mind
401(k) with profit sharing to invest in your future
Generous paid time off so you can recharge
Exclusive discounts at our properties—because you deserve great getaways, too!
Ongoing training, leadership development, and career growth opportunities

Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply today and let’s create memorable guest experiences together!

POSITION SUMMARY:   The Lead Bartender position is to provide oversight under the supervision of the Food and Beverage Manager, and coordinate production of all drinks produced for the hotel. Monitors the work of Bartenders and Servers to ensure production, performance, procedures and finished products meet quality standards, reporting back to management any opportunity's for improvement. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities of this position are to be performed with exceptional caring and genuine guest service upholding the Oxford Collection of hotels standards and culture at all times.

Food and Beverage Service (80%): Setting up the bar including all liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies, prepare and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers, ringing in guest checks, collecting cash and processing credits and room charges, maintains knowledge of bar inventory and wine selection to respond properly to customer questions, ensures the proper cleaning and stocking of the bar area.

Perform all tasks in compliance with federal, state, local, food safety and sanitation requirements and Oxford Collection of hotels safety standards and security procedures. Be knowledgeable about and able to respond to emergency situations.  Report any maintenance repairs needed immediately to their supervisor or General Manager.

Training and Administration (10%): Assist with training of new Bartenders and Cocktail Servers.  Provide guidance on best practices and company culture and lead by example, assist in creation and implementation of new drink menu items, completing beverage and supply inventory, Supply orders.  

Guest Relations (5%): Interact with front of the house employees as to changes and requests of guests. Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.  Maintain integrity, confidentiality, and sensitivity when working with both internal and external guest exchanges.

Other (5%): Communicate effectively with all hotel staff to ensure smooth delivery of services, coordinate with front desk, maintenance staff, Chef and Beverage Manager and General Manager on things requiring attention, will provide daily guidance and information related to guest bookings, staff changes when F & B Manager is not available.  

The Oxford Collection of hotels is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all candidates and employees. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.

All offers are contingent on pre-employment screening.