SUMMARY:
SpringHill Suites Times Square is looking for a service-oriented bartender with mixologist skills to join our team. Ideal candidates will have experience behind the bar strong attention to detail a positive attitude and enthusiasm for guest satisfaction. The Bartender/Mixologist will be responsible for the sanitation and cleanliness of the bar and beverage preparation areas. As well as providing excellent service to all guests while mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as fine wine cocktails beer and appetizers to our guests.
You should possess excellent communication skills and find enjoyment in creating and serving innovative cocktails pairing food and drinks and putting a smile on a guests face by providing memorable experiences.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working knowledge of how and what bar tools to use and when including proper pours and glassware choices.
Knowledge of recipes ingredients and ability to consistently and efficiently make classic cocktails
Comfortability with material to be able to upsell and promote substitutes based on our selection of offerings
Elevated service experience while executing the technical skills of bartending
Ability to craft delicious beverages with consistent standards focusing on quality and efficiency of service
Knowledge of both classic and modern classic cocktails as well as extensive knowledge of beer wine and spirits
Ability to learn or create recipes for cocktails with attention to flavor profiles and guest preferences
Interact with all guests actively working to build regular clientele and repeat guests by building a knowledge database of preferences and recommendations
Follow open running and closing cleaning and checkout procedures and handle basic cleaning duties
Maintain a clean safe and organized work environment
Have accurate cash handling and payment processing
Each associate will be required to follow the rules as found in the M&R Employee Handbook.
Perform other duties as assigned by management of which employee is capable of performing.
Job Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years in a bartending role crafting specialty cocktails in a high-volume elevated food and beverage organization
Extensive knowledge of beer (including Lagers Stouts Ports IPAs draft etc.) wine (including different varietals regions and food pairing) coffee tea and spirits
This position will also require bartender to utilize the turbo chef to make small bites at the bar.
Knowledge of classic cocktail recipes
Proficiency in math and cash-handling skills
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
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