Bartender

About the role

The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn is seeking a Bartender to join their team. Located in the charming town of Kennebunkport, The Burleigh is a welcoming tavern-style restaurant that combines classic New England charm with modern comfort food. Guests can enjoy fresh local seafood, handcrafted burgers, creative cocktails, and elevated pub favorites, all served with genuine hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Greet, direct, seat, and take food and beverage orders.
• Serve guests in accordance with company standards.
• Adhere to all beverage pour and recipe standards.
• Communicate inventory needs to appropriate manager.
• Be knowledgeable of all food, wine, beer, alcohol, and specialty cocktails offered.
• Use suggestive selling methods.
• Understand and communicate daily specials and specialty menus to guests.
• Understand and practice safe serving practices as they relate to alcohol service, such as recognizing intoxication and refusing service to a guest.
• Consult with Restaurant Manager when support is needed.
• Be perceptive, proactive, and engaging. Anticipate your guest’s needs. Personalize the guest experience when possible; remember your guest and their requests.
• Complete pre-shift preparation such as preparing and stocking garnishes, pre-mix, and ice.
• Complete side work and closing tasks such as cleaning, sanitation of ice bins, and restocking for next shift.
• Operate efficiently and calmly throughout peak service times and high stress situations. Seek assistance from leadership when needed to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Clean and maintain all working areas and equipment.
• Prepare and present final bill to guest for payment. Obtain settlement and process using the POS system with adjusted tip if noted. Reconciliate cash, accurately charge credit cards, and make appropriate cash deposits at end of shift.
• Check out with manager once shift is complete.
• Practice cleanliness and safety in all dining areas, liquor and wine storage areas.
• Participate in daily staff meetings and department training meetings.
• Absorb and assist team members as needed to promote a positive teamwork environment.
• Practice conscious knowledge of food allergies and safety.
• Understand and practice all safety and security procedures, including Evacuation Procedures, Accident Reporting, Right to Know Law, Bloodborne Pathogen Procedures, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Violence Policies.
• Escalate associate concerns to Restaurant Manager.

Requirements

• 1+ Year bartending experience at a full-service bar.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Expresses a positive attitude and sincere enthusiasm for the role.
• Must know how to prioritize and respond in a timely fashion.
• Able to work under pressure, multi-task, and stay focused while remaining hospitable to guests at all times.
• Understanding of restaurant operations; food and beverage knowledge, steps of service, and cash management as it pertains to the selling of food and beverages.

Qualifications

• Able to remain standing for up to 8 hours (100% of shift).
• Able to remain in a standing or walking position for 90% of shift, given moderate rest breaks.
• Able to regularly move and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to lift items overhead.
• Able to bend and reach frequently and repetitively during a shift.
• Able to visibly survey property areas clearly.
• Able to move up and down stairs.
• Able to use repetitive manual dexterity.
• Able to move quickly based on guest needs.
• Able to communicate and exchange accurate information effectively, often in a public forum.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Able to complete satisfactory background check.
• Able/willing to work flexible hours based on business needs including both weekdays and weekends.
• Able to furnish ME Liquor affidavit for state liquor requirements.
• Able to furnish safe alcohol service training certificate requirements.

Skills & Experience

• 1+ Year bartending experience at a full-service bar.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Expresses a positive attitude and sincere enthusiasm for the role.
• Must know how to prioritize and respond in a timely fashion.
• Able to work under pressure, multi-task, and stay focused while remaining hospitable to guests at all times.
• Understanding of restaurant operations; food and beverage knowledge, steps of service, and cash management as it pertains to the selling of food and beverages.

Benefits

At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we offer competitive wellness options and perks for both Part Time and Full Time employees. These include:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability.
• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options.
• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals.
• Flexible and understanding work-life equality.
• Family Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents.
• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments.
• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations.
• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations.
• Gold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers.
• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners.
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance to temporary employer housing.
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles.
• Supportive, open workplace culture.
• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources.

Pay

Compensation details will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Shifts may vary based on business needs, including both weekdays and weekends.