Bartender

About the Role

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. We are looking for a highly motivated, customer-focused Bartender to join our team at the Virginia Guesthouse, a 214-room hotel featuring 25,000 square feet of conference and event space located on the beautiful Grounds of the University of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests as they arrive or move about the bar area
• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar daily
• Guide guests on their beverage journey through descriptive selling of the menu
• Be accurate in order taking, confirming all special requests
• Work collaboratively with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
• Assist guests who have concerns to guide them to a resolution that leaves them happy
• Finalize the experience through timely and accurate bill presentation
• Requisitioning and stocking of all beer, wine, spirits
• Maintain stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables daily to ensure product quality
• Mix, garnish, and present drinks following standard ingredient recipes and practicing portion control
• Input orders into a register at the point of sale and create a check for each guest
• Lock up and store all beverages, food, and other equipment items, deposit cash drops, and secure bank

Requirements

• Availability to work nights and weekends required
• Engaging and welcoming personality
• Current bartender's certification or appropriate license
• Knowledgeable in the latest trends around mixology
• Descriptive and able to sell
• 2-4 years of bartender experience
• Knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests
• Excellent communication skills

Compensation

$10.00 plus tips