
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $16.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
401(k) retirement plan
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
hotel discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Short term disability insurance
long term disability insurance
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Job Description
Sonesta International Hotels is a leading hospitality company and the 8th largest hotel company in the United States, continuing its rapid expansion across the country and internationally. With over 1000 properties in eight different countries, Sonesta boasts an impressive portfolio that includes a unique blend of full-service and focused-service hotels in key major cities. Their properties encompass owned, managed, and franchised hotels, offering diverse lodging options for travelers seeking quality, comfort, and exceptional experiences. Sonesta is renowned for its commitment to putting the human side of hospitality at the forefront, delivering service with passion and loyalty with purpose. This dedication creates unforgettable moments for every guest, every stay, whether for business or leisure, through consistent quality and meaningful connections.
Sonesta’s mission of 'Together We Thrive' reflects their dedication to bringing value and outstanding hospitality to all guests. Their culture revolves around teamwork, inclusivity, and enhancing community involvement, making them an employer of choice within the hotel industry. The company offers competitive pay and a broad range of benefits to support their employees’ professional and personal growth.
The Pool Bartender position at Sonesta International Hotels offers an exciting opportunity to be part of this dynamic hospitality environment. The role involves providing excellent, fast, and courteous service of food and beverages to guests at the Pool and Chase Club Patio areas. A Pool Bartender will ensure quality beverage presentation, uphold bar standards, and foster an enjoyable experience in a vibrant outdoor setting. Familiarity with bartending techniques and drink recipes, alongside good customer service skills, is critical to succeed in this role.
Working as a Pool Bartender entails greeting guests warmly, promoting featured drinks, preparing beverages according to standardized recipes, and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the bar. The position requires attention to detail in managing inventory, handling payments, and adhering to safety and responsible alcohol service protocols. Bartenders must be vigilant in monitoring guest alcohol consumption and addressing any service or safety concerns promptly by notifying management. This job offers a competitive hourly wage of $16.00 plus tips, with compensation potentially varying based on experience and specific skills.
Joining Sonesta as a Pool Bartender means becoming a key player in delivering vibrant, memorable guest experiences that reflect the company’s hospitality standards and values. The role is ideal for individuals passionate about the hospitality industry who enjoy engaging with guests in a busy, social atmosphere, and who thrive as part of a collaborative team. Sonesta supports employees with extensive benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and sick leave, hotel discounts, educational assistance, as well as life and disability insurance. These benefits help support the overall well-being and professional advancement of team members. Additionally, employees are supported in maintaining certifications like alcohol awareness and food handling, which ensure high standards of service and compliance.
Sonesta’s mission of 'Together We Thrive' reflects their dedication to bringing value and outstanding hospitality to all guests. Their culture revolves around teamwork, inclusivity, and enhancing community involvement, making them an employer of choice within the hotel industry. The company offers competitive pay and a broad range of benefits to support their employees’ professional and personal growth.
The Pool Bartender position at Sonesta International Hotels offers an exciting opportunity to be part of this dynamic hospitality environment. The role involves providing excellent, fast, and courteous service of food and beverages to guests at the Pool and Chase Club Patio areas. A Pool Bartender will ensure quality beverage presentation, uphold bar standards, and foster an enjoyable experience in a vibrant outdoor setting. Familiarity with bartending techniques and drink recipes, alongside good customer service skills, is critical to succeed in this role.
Working as a Pool Bartender entails greeting guests warmly, promoting featured drinks, preparing beverages according to standardized recipes, and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the bar. The position requires attention to detail in managing inventory, handling payments, and adhering to safety and responsible alcohol service protocols. Bartenders must be vigilant in monitoring guest alcohol consumption and addressing any service or safety concerns promptly by notifying management. This job offers a competitive hourly wage of $16.00 plus tips, with compensation potentially varying based on experience and specific skills.
Joining Sonesta as a Pool Bartender means becoming a key player in delivering vibrant, memorable guest experiences that reflect the company’s hospitality standards and values. The role is ideal for individuals passionate about the hospitality industry who enjoy engaging with guests in a busy, social atmosphere, and who thrive as part of a collaborative team. Sonesta supports employees with extensive benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and sick leave, hotel discounts, educational assistance, as well as life and disability insurance. These benefits help support the overall well-being and professional advancement of team members. Additionally, employees are supported in maintaining certifications like alcohol awareness and food handling, which ensure high standards of service and compliance.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum 1 year bartending experience preferred
- ability to stand for extended periods
- meet legal age requirements for alcohol service
- possess alcohol awareness certification or valid food service permit
- demonstrate excellent customer service skills
- able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- valid government-issued identification
- available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- fluent in English
Job Qualifications
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills
- knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments
- formal bartending training preferred
- must meet state legal age requirements
- must speak fluent English
- ability to handle, carry or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
- ability to move about the bar, lounge and kitchen
- ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and lift
- strong communication skills for interacting with guests, wait staff, cooks and supervisors
- alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency
- proficiency in reading and writing for taking orders, describing cocktail items and completing paperwork
- basic math skills for handling cash and credit
- availability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays
Job Duties
- Greet guests pleasantly as they approach the bar
- promote house drinks and utilize up-selling skills to maximize revenues
- prepare beverages requested by customers adhering to established pouring standards and drink recipes
- coordinate food service with restaurant(s) for bar/lounge guests if applicable
- set up bar including liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies
- perform pre- and post-shift side-work such as emptying/filling ice bins, preparing garnishments, replenishing/storing snacks
- requisition all necessary supplies
- inventory unused liquor and beverages
- ensure all liquor is properly secured before, during, and at close of shift
- obtain, count and secure bartender’s bank
- receive cash and credit payments from customers
- give accurate change and balance cash drawer at end of shift
- inspect bar daily for cleanliness and attractiveness
- inspect all equipment and machinery for proper operation
- sweep and mop bar floor after shift
- wipe down counters, equipment, stools, chairs, tables, and other areas as required
- promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments
- perform other duties as assigned
- monitor guest behavior and alcohol consumption to determine when alcohol service should cease
- notify management of incidents involving excessive alcohol consumption or impaired guests
- check guest identification whenever age is questionable
- alert management of any service or safety issues
- make appropriate service recovery gestures to ensure total guest satisfaction
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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