Club Lounge Bartender
Seattle, OR - USA
Job Summary
(This is a fixed hourly wage rate. No wage range exists).
Plus service charge added to all checks. Full-Time Non-Exempt Overtime Eligible
BENEFITS:
- Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days of employment with free Back Joint Care Program
- Free Short-Term Disability (up to $750/week). Long-Term Disability at cost (up to $10K/month) after 30 days of employment
- Free Basic Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan after 30 days of employment (1.5 times of annual salary)
- Paytient Healthcare Spending
- 401k after 30 days of employment with company match (100% of salary deferrals up to the first 3% and 50% of salary deferrals on next 2%)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan (accrue from day one at a rate of 0.061 hours per regular hour worked use on 91st day of employment)
- Voluntary Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Travel Assistance Program
OTHER BENEFITS:
- Hotel discounts at 10000 global destinations (nightly rates as low as $45)
- Parking: Discounted parking in hotel garage ($7/day or $140 monthly pass)
- 50% subsidy for public transportation expenses
- Referral program of $250 per successfully referred new hire
- Complimentary cafeteria meals
- Monthly employee appreciation events
- Employee Exercise Room
- Community Service Events
- This position is eligible for overtime
WHY THE RENAISSANCE SEATTLE HOTEL
Were you always the curious kid that opened every cabinet peeked behind every door and never passed up the opportunity to ask why If that sounds like you then the Renaissance is the place for you! Here at the Renaissance Seattle we welcome you to bring your personal style to every experience and interaction and encourage the curiosity and the why in you. If youve got authentic style a natural curiosity and a warm way with people then come live the Renaissance way. live life to DISCOVER. If youre passionate about your neighborhood always looking to explore places one wouldnt find in a travel guide and love making new and exciting discoveries then the Renaissance Seattle is the right place for you to shine explore and grow! The Renaissance isnt just a place to spend the night its a place with style just as unique and adventurous as yours. Were not just looking for anyone Were looking for YOU!
Where do you want your career to go Its up to you. A lifer in your discipline great we know you will perform exceptionally every day. Would you like to explore other disciplines at some point There is no better opportunity than this one. Striving to grow into a Lead Bartender Bar Supervisor Food & Beverage Manager or beyond Well support you every step of the way.
ABOUT OUR MANAGEMENT COMPANY
- The R.C. Hedreen Company is Seattles pre-eminent hotel developer. The company built the Hilton Crowne Plaza Renaissance Grand Hyatt Hyatt at Olive 8 Hyatt Regency and more to come
- Ownership is also the management company No red tape
- The company values longevity nearly half of our team has been with us 5 years
ABOUT OUR HOTEL
- 4th largest hotel in Seattle with 557 rooms 28000 sq. ft of meeting space
- Stable operation hotel has never been sold
- Three onsite Beverage and Food outlets The Fig & The Judge Restaurant the 515 Bar & Lounge The 515 Coffee Bar
GENERAL SUMMARY
We are seeking a Bartender who brings energy professionalism and a passion for hospitality to our evening bar this role you will create a welcoming environment for guests while preparing and serving beverages with accuracy and consistency. Successful candidates demonstrate strong product knowledge attention to detail and the ability to engage guests while maintaining the service standards of the hotel
The Bartender also supports the overall success of the outlet through proper liquor control accurate cash handling and collaboration with fellow team members to ensure smooth and efficient service. Maintaining a clean organized and safe bar environment is essential to this role.
This position primarily supports evening bar service with most shifts typically scheduled between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM though hours may vary depending on business levels and operational needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and serve beverages according to established recipes and standards while maintaining knowledge of all bar products and offerings.
- Provide attentive guest service while promoting sales through suggestive selling including premium brands and featured specials.
- Maintain proper liquor handling and inventory practices including par checks and reporting discrepancies.
- Accurately handle cash and payment transactions including maintaining an assigned bank and completing required reports and drops.
- Support overall service by assisting team members and preparing beverages for other outlets when needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized bar area while completing opening closing and side duties.
- Follow responsible alcohol service practices and all hotel policies while communicating operational needs to management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-year previous bartending experience
- Must have WA state Food Worker Card or the ability to obtain one within 14 days from the date of hire.
- Must have WA state Mandatory Alcohol Service Training (MAST) permit or the ability to obtain one within 60 days from the date of hire.
Renaissance Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Renaissance Seattle does not discriminate on the basis of disability veteran status or any other basis protected under federal state or local laws. Consistent with these obligations Renaissance Seattle also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs observances and practices.
Washington State is an at-will state and as such both employer and employee reserve the right to terminate employment at any time with or without notice or cause except as otherwise provided by law.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified and are subject to reasonable adaptations at any time as the company requires. This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the employers sole discretion. For inquiries regarding this specific job posting please e-mail us at.