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 Beacon Social Drinkery Bartender will be responsible for ensuring exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance to the Luminary Hotel & Co. service standards and standards of Mainsail Lodging & Development. Beacon Bartenders will also be responsible for making alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by the recipe and delivering high quality food and drinks in a clean and friendly environment.

Position: Beacon Bartender

Location: Fort Myers, FL

Reports to: Beacon General Manager, Assistant Manager, and Supervisor

Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Summary:

Beacon Social Drinkery Bartender will be responsible for ensuring exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance to the Luminary Hotel & Co. service standards and standards of Mainsail Lodging & Development. Beacon Bartenders will also be responsible for making alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by the recipe and delivering high quality food and drinks in a clean and friendly environment.  

Essential Functions

General knowledge of cocktail crafting and mixology fundamentalsCurate guests’ bar experience by making recommendationsKnowledge of all beverages to include liquors and winesServes guests in an efficient courteous manner following the proper steps of serviceKnowledge of proper cocktail making, as trained by Luminary Hotel & Co.Have necessary tools to run the shift such as pen, corkscrew, any bar tools, etc.Ability to pair wines with mealsUnderstanding that bar serves full menu and must be prepared as much to serve full coursed or shared meals to guestsLight food running when applicable, ability to carry plates that may be warm or hotKnowledge of all menu items to include: prep time, preparations, sauces, allergies, and accompanimentsCollect payment for food and beverages servedFollow practices to ensure safe and responsible serving of alcoholBe aware of any specials, soups, drinks, and any items that are running lowAbility to handle station, or when situations arise, ability to let manager/supervisor know ahead of time so as not to affect the guest experienceFollow cash handling procedures, and must be able to explain shortages and overagesMaintain bar areaClean glasses, utensils, and bar equipmentPerform other duties as management requests to service our guests.

Qualification Standards

Education & Experience

High School diploma or higherPrevious hospitality experience requiredMinimum 2-year bartending experience in high volume bar or restaurant preferable in the Southwest, Florida areaExcellent customer service skillsExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to use technology e.g. tablets, iPads 

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 20 pounds or moreAbility to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate clearlyCorrected vision to normal rangeAbility to work long hours as needed

Mental Demands

Make sound judgments quicklyWork on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlinesAble to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to othersManage differing personalities within the office, the hotel, and the communityMaintain the highest degree of confidentialityAbility to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situationsAbility to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary

NOTICE:  The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day.  All associates must always realize this fact and be aware that it may be necessary to move associates form their accustomed shift as business demands.  In addition, this is a hospitality business and a hospitable service atmosphere must always be projected.

Benefits

Full-time Associate BenefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision | HSA & Flexible Spending Account Options | Basic Life & Disability Plan Options | 401K Retirement Plan | Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Career Training & Development Opportunities | Tuition Reimbursement | Bereavement Leave | Employee Assistant Program (EAP) | Jury Duty (May vary by state) | Employee Discounts | Employee Referral Bonus | Free meal for all full-service hotel employeesPart-time Associate BenefitsAll above-listed benefits except for Medical Insurance and Holiday PayMainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.