Bar Bartender

Immerse yourself in old and new Nashville at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel - your stage for exploring the vibrant city we call home. Located minutes away from some of the citys most renowned attractions, Nashville is never short on things to see and do. Welcome to our kind of Southern Hospitality.

Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza is proud to announce we've been named to the 2024 TopWorkplaces list! If you're looking for a work environment that is genuinely Nashville, and soulfully inspired the Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza on West End is the perfect place for you! Join our family of team members to be a part of a dynamic work culture and enjoy these amazing at work perks:

• Competitive wages

• Paid vacation after 6 months of employment

• Paid sick time and holiday pay

• Health & well-being benefits after 60 days of employment

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Free onsite parking and discounted bus passes

• Complimentary meals

• Discounted hotel stays

• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement

• Community volunteer opportunities

Job Specific

• Maintains current knowledge of all popular alcoholic beverages and cocktail recipes

• Prepares all necessary mixers and garnishes prior to start of service and during shift as needed

• Sets up bar service area with all necessary glassware and supplies prior to start of service "Mis en Place"

• Cleans and restocks glassware throughout shift

• Greets guests in a polite professional manner according to Loews standards

• Determines guests needs and suggestively up-sells beverages so as to enhance the guest experience

• Records all aspects of guest order accurately and enters them into computer

• Prepares alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to order upon request

• Serves guests in a polite, professional manner according to Loews Standards

• Monitors guests to prevent over indulgence and ensure safety

• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of bar service area at all times

• Prepares and presents accurate record of guest charges

• Collects monies due and or applies charges to guest account using POS terminal

• Completes end of shift revenue report and cash deposit

• Inventories all beverages and operating supplies, orders replacement items as needed

• Performs all closing duties, secures all inventory and supplies

• Other duties as assigned

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times

• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance

• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members

• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards

• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures

• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions

• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area

• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules

• Recycles whenever possible

• Remains current with hotel information and changes

• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualification Standards

(Skills, Experience, Education, Licenses/Certs)

The individual must possess the following qualifications and be able to explain and demonstrate that s/he can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• One + years experience as Bartender in a high volume, upscale Hotel or free standing Lounge environment

• Thorough knowledge of Alcoholic Beverages, Cocktail recipes, preparation methods, glassware, equipment and service

• Certification of training in Responsible Vendor requirements or ability to obtain same

• TABC permit, or ability to obtain a valid TABC permit

• Exceptional guest service skills

• Basic computer and cash handling skills

• Ability to stand stoop, bend and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively during entire shift

• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays