Bartender, Alteno

Bartender

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Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can't do it alone. That's why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

This exciting concept is developed in partnership with Chef Johnny Curiel and Kasie Curiel, co-founders of Fonda Fina Hospitalitythe team behind the Michelin-starred Alma Fonda Fina. The original Alteo in Denver, Colorado, was recently named to Cond Nast Traveler's "Best New Restaurants in the World: 2026 Hot List." Chef Johnny Curiel is also a current James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef: Mountain Region.

Main duties:

As Bartender, you will be responsible for crafting classic and creative alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages, engaging with customers, and ensuring that every guest has a memorable experience. Creativity, knowledge of mixology, and excellent customer service skills help establish the operation's reputation as a go-to destination for exceptional drinks.

General duties:

Maintains a working knowledge of full food and drink menu while making recommendations

Create a diverse range of handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and other specialty beverages with precision and flair, using high-quality ingredients, techniques, and garnishes. Continually innovate and introduce new and exciting drink creations.

Provide exceptional customer service by warmly welcoming guests, engaging in friendly and professional conversation, and understanding their preferences. Offer recommendations and suggestions based on their tastes, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience.

Efficiently and accurately take drink orders, prepare them promptly, and serve beverages with attention to detail and presentation. Ensure all orders are prepared in compliance with company standards and specific customer requests.

Demonstrate an extensive understanding of classic and contemporary mixology, including various spirits, liqueurs, bitters, and other ingredients. Stay updated on emerging trends and new techniques within the industry.

Maintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring all glassware, utensils, and bar tools are sanitized and readily available. Adhere to safety and hygiene protocols, including proper handling and storage of ingredients.

Uphold company policies and procedures, including adhering to work schedules, dress code, and attendance guidelines.

Adhere to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures

To ensure that all perishable items used behind the bar are labeled/dated and responsible for rotating and throwing away to maintain quality control

Performs opening side work and set up station

Attends and participates in any training sessions, department meetings

Proper serving of wine and alcohol (with awareness)

Properly executes closing procedures

Follow high standards of food product, sanitation, storage, and handling procedures

Provides guest check promptly and returns receipt promptly

Keeps all service and table areas clean, organized, and stocked

Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests inclusive of eye contact respectable conversation and smiling

Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials

Follow and adhere to all standards set forth by federal and state guidelines

Have knowledge of state and federal liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcohol

Perform other related activities as assigned by management

Guarantee neat and quality service

Participate in daily shift meetings

Follow company cash handling and payment tendering procedures with care

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; properly store flammable materials.

Ensure compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and standards with self and colleagues.

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.

Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.

Embody the 1 Hotels Vision, Mission and Compass; deliver on Our Promise, provide Good-Natured Service and uphold our Brand Pillars.

Qualifications & Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prior bar tending experience

Proficient in verbal and written English communication

Are organized and proficient at multitasking

Are a reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations

Strong communication and customer service skills

Able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Able to stand for long periods of time

Food Handling certification (can be obtained during employment)

Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation. Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, team members may be required to work varying schedules, including holidays and weekends, to accommodate the business and demands of the property.

Starwood Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodation, please visit People Operations.

Please note that your job description is not an exhaustive of tasks and duties, but serves a guideline for daily duties, which may change from time to time.