Full-Time Bartender

Job Description

Job Description

The Hotel

Step inside a legendary revival at The Watergate Hotel, a luxurious urban resort located along the banks of the Potomac River. Here modern design blends with a storied past to redefine luxury. A place where travel and business are occasions worth celebrating, attention to every detail is the standard, and intrigue can be found just beyond every curve.

Location

The Watergate Hotel is centrally located in Washington, D.C., a city of political power, prestige, and elegance is culturally rich with theaters, museums, architectural splendors and unforgettable national memorials. The Watergate Hotel is situated within walking distance of the best the city has to offer.

The Watergate Hotel is currently seeking talented and experienced bartenders to join the team!

Successful candidates will possess the following skills and expertise:

• 2+ years direct bartending experience in an upscale, luxury or high volume bar/restaurant.
• Must be able to demonstrate superior bartending skills and have deep and seasoned knowledge of craft cocktails, liquors, beers, wines, whiskeys, etc. 
• MUST have extensive knowledge of Whiskey
• Must be able to present one's self with an uplifting and polished demeanor at all times.
• A flexible schedule is required; must be able to work late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Prior successful up-selling expertise that will enhance our guests' beverage experience.
• Bartending coursework or certification is strongly preferred.
• High school diploma is required (must be 21+ years of age).
• Must possess superior communication skills with fluency in English required; those with bi-lingual abilities will be preferred.

Experience and Requirements

Must have the ability to communicate in English.  Self-starting personality with an even disposition.  Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests.  Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player.  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.  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 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 stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons.

Each of the items listed is considered an essential function of the position.  However, the duties, responsibilities and requirements presented in this job description are intended to be broad based and high level and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all roles or responsibilities for the position.  The Company reserves the right to alter the duties and responsibilities of the position.