Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Bartender for the Reikart House Hotel in Amherst, NY .
Job Purpose :
The bartender is often a social point of contact and a lasting impression on guests. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us
- Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the team
- Assist servers, other bartenders, and bar porters when necessary
- Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior
- Be understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workers
- Be self-motivated and use time wisely
- Maintain open line of communications with each department
- Communicate pertinent information
- Openly accept critical / developmental feedback
- Be available to help other departments in emergency situations
Qualifications and Requirements :
High School diploma / Secondary qualification or equivalent.
Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.
This job requires the ability to perform the following :
Must have a strong knowledge of drink preparation and applicable health standards.Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations and Company policy regarding serving alcohol to minors and intoxicated patrons.Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written. Must possess basic computational ability.Must possess basic computer skills.Good knowledge of the hotel, its services and facilities.Familiarity with all menu itemsMust have knowledge of and be able to operate all equipment related to the outlet, including, but not limited to, coffee maker and cash terminalMost work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10 degrees F) and kitchens ( 110 degrees F), possibly for one hour or moreMust be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in lengthMust be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneouslyMust be able to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbsMust have the ability to bend, squat and lift 40 lbs on a regular and continuing basis and occasionally lift up to 75 lbsMust be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbsMust be able to exert well-paced ability in limited spaceMust be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasksRequires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuityVision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perceptionTalking and hearing occur continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perceptionRequires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment, including, but not limited to, cutlery used in cutting of fruit.Must have Alcohol Awareness Certification and Food Handlers CertificationOther :
Being passionate about people and service.Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues / complaints / requests / information updates, etc.Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and / or holidaysAmazing Benefits At A Glance :
Team Driven and Values Based CultureMedical / Dental / VisionVacation & Holiday PaySame-day pay availableEmployee Assistance ProgramCareer Growth Opportunities / Manager Training ProgramReduced Room Rates throughout the portfolioThird Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)401(k)Employee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountLife insuranceParental leaveReferral programPI256438063
