Sparrow Bartender

Wurzak Hotel Group is looking for an engaged and experienced Bartender to provide an excellent guest drinking experience at their trendy rooftop bar Sparrow within The Dalmar Hotel in downtown Fort Lauderdale.

The Bartender sets up, prepares and serves beverages and breaks down bars in safe and efficient compliance with Company policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations.  Processes guest checks and payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card and room charge processing and accounting policies and procedures.  Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items and safety hazards to management.  Reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management.

The ideal candidate is friendly, optimistic, detail-oriented, has an outgoing personality, enjoys working with people and working on a team; has a proven passion and ability to anticipate and exceed our guests' needs; has knowledge of food and beverage operations; can comprehend and deliver service standards; excels at guest and team member relations and etiquette; and comprehends to importance of complying with applicable federal, state, and local health and safety regulations. 

General Requirements

• Greet guests 
• Take beverage orders from the restaurant servers or directly from guests 
• Mix drinks, cocktails, and other bar beverages as ordered and in compliance with company standards 
• Ensure that the assigned bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests 
• Prepare inventory or purchase requisitions as needed to replenish supplies 
• Serve food items to guests seated at the bar where appropriate 
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of food and beverage products, menus, and promotions 
• Maintain a clean working area by sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning of glasses as needed 
• Provide guidance to guests on hotel activities, dining options, and general hotel and regional information
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED required 
• Three years prior bartending experience required 
• High-volume hospitality experience required
• Excellent oral communication skills required 
• Positive interpersonal skills required 
• State applicable health and/or alcohol compliance card 
• Ability and flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Our Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision health insurance
• Robust supplemental insurance for Life, AD&D, Pets, legal and more
• Wellness programs for mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Hotel and travel discounts
• Generous retirement/401k benefits
• Education and professional development

Who We Are

Wurzak Hotel Group (WHG) is a Philadelphia-based owner, developer, and operator of premium branded full-service, extended stay, and focus service hotels.  WHG’s core expertise is its unique ability to develop and operate hotels and food and beverage outlets in an entrepreneurial manner maximizing returns on the investment and developing long-term relationships with our guests.  

WHG has earned and maintains its competitive advantage by developing talent within the organization who embody the same entrepreneurial spirit of our leadership team and who seek to create value through tireless innovation, tight focus on the operational details, and uncompromised guest satisfaction.  Wurzak Hotel Group has a proven track record of developing and managing hospitality assets for over 30 years and continues to be recognized as one of the region’s top hospitality companies.  

WHG is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture where all our team members can thrive. We have a zero-tolerance policy for workplace discrimination on the basis of someone’s race, gender, disability, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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