Restaurant Bartender
1 week ago
As a Bartender at the Trumbull Marriott Shelton, you'll be a key member of our vibrant hospitality team. You'll craft exceptional drinks, provide outstanding customer service, and contribute to a positive and memorable guest experience. Your role is vital in ensuring our guests enjoy their time with us and want to return.
Job Duties and Responsibilities- Craft and serve a wide variety of cocktails, beers, and wines, adhering to established recipes and standards.
- Manage inventory, tracking stock levels and ordering supplies to maintain sufficient quantities.
- Process transactions accurately and efficiently using our POS system. This includes handling cash, credit cards, and other forms of payment.
- Provide exceptional customer service, interacting with guests in a friendly and professional manner. This includes anticipating guest needs and resolving any issues promptly.
- Maintain a clean and organized bar area, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
- Effectively upsell beverages and other menu items to enhance guest experience and revenue.
- Demonstrate a strong knowledge of wines, beers, and liquors, including their origins, characteristics, and pairings.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum one year of experience as a bartender in a high-volume establishment is preferred.
- Proficient in bartending techniques and cocktail creation.
- Strong understanding of customer service principles.
- Experience with cash handling and POS systems.
- Knowledge of inventory management practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Solid knowledge of wines, beers, and liquors.
- Experience working in a hotel or similar hospitality setting.
- Formal bartending certification or training.
- Knowledge of different wine regions and varietals.
- Experience with upselling techniques.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Exposure to loud noises and fluctuating temperatures.
- May require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Previous bartender experience is required.
Must be 21 years of age.
Must have a Connecticut liquor license.
The Trumbull Marriott Shelton seeks an experienced Bartender to craft exceptional drinks and deliver outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include mixing cocktails, managing inventory, processing transactions, and maintaining a clean bar area. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential, along with knowledge of wines, beers, and liquors.
Candidates should have at least one year of bartending experience in a high-volume setting, proficiency in bartending techniques, and experience with POS systems and cash handling. Preferred qualifications include hotel experience, bartending certification, and upselling skills. The role requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working evenings/weekends.
