Bartender Five of Clubs
The Property
The Longfellows intentional approach begins with developer and owner Uncommon Hospitality a familyowned firm that is invested in the success and growth of Maineand in the people of the state community and company. Uncommon Hospitality is driven by helping guests to discover things they wont find anywhere else so they can create memories that remain long after departure.
At both Uncommon Hospitality and The Longfellow we forge deep connections in the community take inspiration from each destinations history and culture and follow an intentional approach to deliver exceptional hospitality that provides a sense of energy and discoveryfilling every stay and every day with opportunities to thrive.
About The Position
The Bartender provides hotel guests and servers with quick and efficient beverage service with a complete working knowledge of all products served by the Five of Clubs Twinflower Caf and InRoomDining
What We Expect
Job duties include but are not limited to:
- Prepare and serve a selection of wines spirits and mixed drinks from the menu while ensuring proper pouring mixing and blending according to established recipes and established Longfellow Standards
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of all alcoholic and nonalcoholic ingredients and drinks/food to answer questions and accommodate offmenu requests
- Building rapport with the guest with above and beyond service
- Confirm guest orders including any special needs or requests from the lounge server using the hotels pointofsales system; check completed orders with the guests original order
- Anticipate guest needs ascertain satisfaction and offer suggestions and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests
- Service and take orders from guests seated at the bar area offering interesting and vivid descriptions of each items origin taste and preparation methods; maintain a working knowledge of liquors wines beers ports specialty drinks and food menus
- Assist with bar inventory
- Assist with setup and cleaning of operational areas
- Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management
- Assists with responsibilities and duties in the absence of or due to heavy volume in areas of Food & Beverage when needed
- Comply with Longfellow and SLH workplace rules and standards of conduct
- Work harmoniously and professionally with coworkers and supervisors
Who You Are
Ideal candidates will have:
- High school education or equivalent experiences
- Minimum two years bartending or related work
- Must be able to obtain any required food handing or alcohol serving certifications required by local or state agencies. (BABLO)
- Hotel/resort experience preferred
- Knowledge of Portland and surrounding areas highly desirable however not required
- Must be able to be on feet for entire shift and communicate with guests appropriately and effectively
- Above and beyond attitude is required as well as a flexible schedule with ability to work weekends/holidays and evenings
- Works in a careful and meticulous nature
- Strong written and oral presentation skills
- Ability to multitask in a high volume and demanding environment
- Strong interpersonal and team player skills
- Strong problemsolving skills ability to handle difficult situations and guests
- All applicants must have the proper legal documents to work in the United States.
Benefits & Compensation Information
$9.00 Per Hour Tips
Guaranteed Minimum of $25.00 Per Hour
Longfellow employees can enjoy:
Discounted Hotel Stays Across New England
Discounted meals at our partner restaurantsTwinflower Caf and Five of Clubs
Health insurance including dental and vision (fulltime only)
IRA plan matching up the 3 (fulltime only)
Discounted rates at hotels spa and food and beverage outlets (all employees) plus many more!
EEOC Statement
The Longfellow Hotel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin age sex disability gender identity or expression marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.