Part-Time Bartender

Hotel Bartender - Holiday Inn Express

• Location: Latham, NY
• Type: Part-Time
• Pay: Minimum wage plus tips

Holiday Inn Express & Suites is seeking a friendly, reliable, and guest-focused Bartender to join our hospitality team. The ideal candidate has a passion for customer service, can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in creating a welcoming experience for every guest.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to brand standards and recipes.
• Greet guests warmly and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area.
• Verify guest identification and ensure compliance with all alcohol service laws.
• Reccomend a variety of classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, wine selections, and beer styles.
• Garnish and present drinks beautifully to maintain the hotel's brand standards.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately.
• Verify room numbers and guest names for room charge transactions to prevent billing errors.
• Monitor guest consumption and promote responsible alcohol service.
• Restock supplies and assist with inventory as needed.
• Follow all hotel safety, sanitation, and service policies.
• Collaborate with front desk and hotel staff to ensure a smooth guest experience.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of classic cocktails, current mixology trends, and the hotel's specific beverage program.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous bartending or food & beverage experience.
• Knowledge of basic mixology, cocktails, beer, and wine service.
• ATAP, TIPS and SERVE SAFE certified are a plus!
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Understands basic money handling and can make proper change and process credit card transactions.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Commitment to excellent guest service.
• Fluent English communication, multi-tasking under pressure, guest-facing hospitality, and responsible alcohol consumption monitoring. [1, 2]

Candidates with resort, country club, high-end dining establishment bartending, and hotle bartending expereince are encouraged to apply!

*** WE ARE AN EOE & PARTICIPATE IN E-VERIFY ***

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience:

• Bartending: 2 years (Required)
• Hospitality: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person