Bartender - DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek

Job Description

6PM Hospitality is seeking positive, forward-thinking individuals to join our team at the newly-renovated DoubleTree by Hilton in Battle Creek, MI. 6PM Hospitality consists of a team of hospitality experts who draw upon decades of experience to make everything from the front desk to the back office achieve a standard of excellence. We partner with property owners, brands, investors and financial institutions to transform short stays into unforgettable experiences, and turn investments into solid returns. Come be a part of our excellence driven team!

Position Summary

Bartenders are responsible for running the bar while exhibiting professional customer service that exceeds a guest’s expectations while demonstrating 6PM Hospitality’s Core Values, 6PM Hospitality Partners, LLC. and Hilton standards, as well as going above and beyond to ensure that guests are 100% satisfied.

Essential Functions

Initiate conversations with guests, anticipate guest's needs and seek opportunities to build relationships and create a memorable interaction

Verify the customers’ ages

Mix traditional and creative cocktails according to specified recipes

Processes payments

Clean glasses and bar utensils

Prep fresh garnishes for shift

Setup and maintain a clean and organized bar

Stock ice and glassware and supplies

Make suggestions based on customer tastes and preferences

Record and balance cash receipts and prepare cash deposits

Open and maintain tabs throughout their shift

Build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations

Knowledge of mixology for traditional and creative cocktails

Understanding of unique and complementary flavor pairings

Impeccable customer service and social perceptiveness

Ability to evaluate customer satisfaction and be responsive

Ability to enforce company policies regarding the consumption of alcohol

Other responsibilities as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge:

Requires ability to interpret / extract information and / or perform arithmetic functions.

Requires typing, record keeping, and/or word processing

Excellent communication skills are a must

Formal Education and Job-Related Experience:

This position requires a minimum formal education of a high school diploma

Minimum of one-year job-related experience. Bartending school graduate required

License, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

ServSafe

TIPS Certification

CPR

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Stress Load: Regular exposure to stresses

Workload Fluctuation: The workload required to perform this job requires ability to adapt to change

Manual Skills: Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operations

Physical Effort: Some portions (10- 50%) of daily assignments involve prolonged standing, transporting material or equipment, or lifting, moving, or carrying heavy (over 30 pounds) materials for intermittent periods throughout the day

Physical Environment: Some portions (10-50%) of daily assignments involve exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or temperature / weather extremes. Working surfaces may be un-level, slippery, or unstable

Work Schedule: Work regularly requires or varies between day, evening, night, holiday, and/or weekend assignments. Schedule varies according to business demands and needs

Occupational Risks: Some portions (10- 50%) of daily assignments involve occupational risk, such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, injuries from falls, or back injury sustained with assisting in moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials

Ergonomics Risks: Some portions (10 – 50%) of daily assignments involve ergonomic risk, such as regular repetitive tasks, forceful or prolonged exertions of the hands, vibration, cold temperatures, heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, or carrying of heavy objects, poor body mechanics, restrictive workstations, or awkward postures

Safety: Responsible for adhering to all safety policies and procedures of 6PM Hospitality

Required Travel: Position does involve limited travel for off-site quarterly meetings. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Relocation assistance is not available with this position.

Employee Benefits

Paid time off for all full-time and part-time team members

8 hours of paid volunteer paid for all team members

Holiday pay

Travel discounts for employees, friends, & family

Restaurant discounts

Referral Program

Health, vision, and dental insurance available for all full-time team members

Employee recognition perks and benefits

Advancement opportunities

Paid maternity/paternity leave or adoption leave for qualifying FMLA