Mixologist/Lead Bartender

WHO WE ARE

Hotels done differently. It’s not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.

WHO YOU ARE

Your past experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to creating the perfect concoction. You spend your days or nights working behind the bar tirelessly crafting perfectly balanced drinks, making wine recommendations and naturally building relationships with guests. In your off time you read up on spirits, the history of cocktails, new drink recipes as well as cruising Instagram accounts of the best bars in the world. You pride yourself in cultivating your regular guest base. You are a name that everyone knows in your community. You are welcoming and embody gracious hospitality at all times.

THE ROLE

• Reports to F+B leadership team and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals, including bartenders, servers, dishwashers, cooks and chefs.
• Aids in the development and training of the bar team in creating memorable guest experiences.
• Aid in the development and training of the bar team in creating memorable guest experiences.
• Help facilitate ongoing beverage tasting and training which will allow the team to expand their knowledge of beer, wine and spirits.
• Collaborate on seasonal beverage menus.
• Ensure alcohol is served safely, responsibly and legally, utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day as well as accurately accounting for all monetary transactions during your shift.
• Relay any challenges to the Food + Beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed.
• Assist in other areas of the F+B Department as needed, including but not limited to: Rooftop, Lounge, Banquets, Bar and In-Room Dining.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character by being proud of who you are, where you come from and who we serve.
• Be collaborative with F+B leaders and the Bar team to improve things when you know they are not right or could be better.
• Be a storyteller of the history of Hewing Hotel and share our translocal hospitality efforts about our local collaborators and partners.
• Participate in daily line ups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the team while simultaneously providing constructive feedback and strategizing to overcome and correct any previously missed opportunities.
• Aid in all aspects of the F+B guest experience from beginning to end by extending a friendly greeting in an inviting environment, ensuring bar products and supplies are well stocked and executing requests in a friendly and timely manner, ascertaining satisfaction throughout and adjusting as necessary.
• Share your extensive knowledge of the beverage world with your Bar team and guests, using your product knowledge to enhance their experience, always striving to know more through constant study of your craft.
• Help guide the Bar team in the utilization of steps of service to provide professional service and exceed guest expectations, ensuring alcohol is served safely, responsibly and legally, utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases.
• Work in an organized and clean fashion, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment and workspace to create lasting impressions and strong relationships.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, demonstrating a love for restaurants and guest service.
• Minimum of (4) four years experience as a bartender in either a free-standing or hotel restaurant or bar preferred.
• The ability to patiently train and develop the Bar team.
• The creativity and organization to consistently develop new relevant cocktails and aid in beverage programming.
• TIPS Alcohol service certification or ability to obtain.
• Fluency in English both verbally and written.
• The ability to stand, walk and negotiate wet tile floor and steps for the entirety of a shift.
• Fine motor coordination for pouring beverages, decorating cocktails and folding napkins.
• The ability to lift and/or carry a 30 lb. tray, crate or box regularly.
• The ability to carry over one's shoulder occasionally.
• The ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport beverage goods inventory, equipment, etc.
• The ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport beverage inventory, equipment, etc.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers and kitchens.

PAY RANGE

$17.37 per hour

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