Bartender

The Aloft Anchorage is seeking a qualified professional to join the W XYZ team. Candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks.

Position Purpose:

Responsible for beverage service to guest, bar set-up and pour costs. Must maintain and be accountable for inventory. Some limited food service may be required. Must have experience. Must hold current Alaska TAMS training program card.

The Benefits of Being Part of OUR Family:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

• Life Insurance

• Paid personal time off

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Leadership and Management Training Programs

• 401K Retirement Plan

• A PATH for your future!

• Discounted room rates

• A FUN PLACE TO WORK

• Access to voluntary benefits, including discount in pet insurance, cell phones, Travel & Entertainment and Health & Wellness programs.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service of various alcoholic beverages.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes.
• Basic English language writing skills necessary for completion of requisitions, balance sheets and vouchers.
• Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnish, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock.
• Ability to read, speak and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders.
• Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.
• Ability to operate a keyboard and point of sale procedures to pre-check an order and close out a check.
• Ability to work stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time.
• Ability to effectively deal with customer complaints and concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of the concern, demonstrating empathy with the customer and providing positive and proactive solutions.

NOTICE:

The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four hours a day. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times.

Upon employment, all associates are required to fully comply with JL Hospitality Management rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities.

JL Hospitality Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. JL Hospitality Management, LLC does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.