Bartender - The Westin Richmond - Rated AAA Four Diamond Hotel

About the role

With an exceptional level of hospitality, this position will serve our Bar & Lounge guests by preparing and serving beverages for servers and guests in a personal, instinctive and professional manner. The role creates an environment for customers to feel a sense of renewal while ensuring compliance with state and local guidelines regarding the responsible service of alcohol. The ideal candidate performs all duties in a pleasant, conscientious, fun, energetic and professional manner and must be of legal age to prepare and serve alcoholic beverages according to state laws.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean bar and service area
• Process payments
• Take and manage inventory of the bar
• Sell and serve food; sell, prepare and serve beverages (alcoholic, non‑alcoholic and coffee)
• Ensure guests are served in accordance with state and local guidelines regarding the responsible service of alcohol
• Provide hospitable and gracious interactions with guests and associates
• Oversee bar maintenance
• Properly handle all equipment (china, glassware, silverware, linen, props) and ensure proper storage after use
• Know hotel standards of service
• Maintain behind‑the‑scenes area for safe and efficient work practices
• Other duties as requested by a supervisor

Requirements

• Must be of legal age to prepare and serve alcoholic beverages according to state laws
• Ability to operate effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly
• Consistent attendance in conformance with the hotel's standards

Schedule

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. Attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.