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Hospitality Specialist - Bar and Events

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
403(b) Retirement Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Long-term care insurance
Legal resources
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Corporate wellness program
Health club membership
Spa membership
Employee education and training fund
Employee assistance program
Credit union membership

Job Description

Williamsburg Landing is a distinguished non-profit independent living community aimed at providing a vibrant and engaging lifestyle for its residents. Known for its commitment to high standards of service and resident satisfaction, Williamsburg Landing fosters a warm and welcoming environment that emphasizes quality living, social interaction, and wellness. As a community focused on catering to the lifestyle and comfort of its residents, it offers a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance everyday life, including dining, wellness programs, and social activities. The organization is dedicated to maintaining a drug-free and tobacco-free environment that supports the health and well-being of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Two or more years of hospitality service experience preferred
  • Prior supervisory team lead or banquet/event experience strongly preferred
  • Seller/Server of Alcohol Certification and Food Handler's Card required within 30 days of hire
  • TIPs Certification required within first year of employment
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings weekends and holidays
  • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
  • Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs
  • Ability to bend kneel squat and climb stairs

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two or more years of hospitality service experience preferably in bartending restaurant or catering
  • Prior supervisory team lead or banquet/event experience strongly preferred
  • Seller/Server of Alcohol Certification and Food Handler's Card within 30 days of hire
  • TIPs Certification within first year of employment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of mixology bar operations and current beverage trends
  • Knowledge of event service and banquet operations
  • Ability to prepare and serve light food items safely and consistently
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills
  • Proficiency with Google Suite Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
  • Demonstrated experience with point of sale systems
  • Ability to work as a team or independently and be self-motivated and goal oriented with shared accountability
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities requiring high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to develop and maintain customer service-oriented relationships and communicate professionally with employees residents guests and vendor partners
  • Ability to take initiative to solve problems on behalf of residents and staff members and to exercise sound professional judgment appropriately in urgent situations

Job Duties

  • Provides high-quality beverage service including craft cocktails beer wine and non-alcoholic drinks ensuring consistency and responsible practices
  • Performs bar and café setup and breakdown including stocking and organization of alcohol beverages food and retail supplies
  • Prepares light food items using small equipment following recipes and safety standards
  • Greets residents and guests warmly ensuring exceptional customer service across all Community Center areas
  • Maintains cleanliness organization and appealing presentation of bar café and retail space
  • Acts as banquet captain for special events overseeing server training event setup coordination and breakdown
  • Assists with supervision of servers and other staff during meal service/events
  • Serve as dining room supervisor on duty as assigned for coverage across campus dining venues
  • Responds to and resolves guest concerns escalates issues to management as needed
  • Monitors inventory levels restocks and submits orders as required
  • Ensures compliance with liquor laws health and safety regulations and company policies
  • Utilizes POS system for transactions and assists with training others
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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