Bartender (Seasonal)

Employer: Turner Enterprises Management, LLC

Position: Bartender

Location: Vermejo Reserve - Raton, NM

Type: Seasonal / Hourly / Non-Exempt / Non-Benefits Eligible

Housing: Yes

Do you have a passion for crafting unforgettable moments, one perfectly poured drink at a time? Have you dreamed of working for a world-class hospitality brand which boasts some of North America's largest, privately-owned landscapes?

At Ted Turner Reserves, we connect people with nature through one-of-a-kind outdoor experiences in luxury settings, and we're always interested in connecting with talented food and beverage professionals who are passionate about hospitality, exceptional service, and creating memorable guest experiences.

This is an Evergreen Posting for Bartender opportunities at Vermejo. We continuously accept applications from qualified candidates to build our talent pipeline for current and future openings. While there may not be an immediate vacancy, applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates may be contacted as opportunities become available.

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a Bartender, you'll deliver more than just expertly mixed cocktails. You'll be a storyteller, sharing the essence of Vermejo through creative beverages and personalized guest interactions.

You will also be responsible for:

• Greeting all guests and welcoming them with a warm smile in a timely manner.
• Assisting guests in the ordering process by making suggestions and pairings. Accurately describing each menu item in full detail.
• Preparing and serving a wide variety of beverages, including craft cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options, while adhering to recipes and guest preferences.
• Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of Vermejo's beverage offerings, including locally sourced spirits and wines.
• Maintaining the bar upkeep and cleanliness.
• Assisting guests in the ordering process by making suggestions and pairings.
• Providing full-service restaurant fluidity, i.e.; "sense of urgency" on the floor.
• Presenting on the floor and attentive to guests needs to ensure top level service and experience for guests.
• Communicating effectively and clearly with management during service.
• Following all cleanliness and sanitation procedures including frequent handwashing.
• Completing all opening and closing side-work of the bar as directed.
• Attending and participating in further food and beverage education outside of regular service.
• Practicing alcohol awareness and exercising good judgement when serving guests alcohol to comply with the state laws of New Mexico.
• Following all TEM/Vermejo Reserve Policies and Procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

What this isn't:

• A management or supervisory position

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

1. A minimum of 2 years of bartending experience.
2. Strong knowledge of mixology, spirits, beer and wine, with a knack for creating unique beverages.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on guest service.
4. You'll need to present documentation establishing both identity and employment authorization within three days of hire pursuant to federal law.

Preferred:

1. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
2. Experience in luxury or high-end hospitality environments.
3. Certification in bartending or mixology.
4. Certified in food safety and alcohol service (or willing to obtain).

YOUR QUALITIES

• You're alert, friendly and eager to assist guests politely and promptly.
• You demonstrate care and compassion for team members, putting the needs of the team before your own.
• You're self-directed, energetic, and motivated with multi-tasking capabilities.
• You're creative, adaptive and willing to work with existing core resort philosophy and style.
• You demonstrate clean work habits and attention to detail.
• You conduct yourself in a professional manner in and out of the work setting.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PERKS

• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience.
• Access to amenities and outdoor adventures
• Live and work in one of the most stunning natural environments in the country

ACCOMMODATIONS

This position will require you to live on Vermejo headquarters, located approximately 40 miles from the closest town (Raton, NM). Vermejo's location is approximately 4.5 hours' drive south of Denver or 4.5 hours' drive north of Albuquerque.

Vermejo offers single- and double-bedroom dorm room style company housing (subject to availability).


You may be subject to sharing a room with one other employee depending on the availability of a single dorm room.

You will need to provide or arrange for your own transportation to and from Raton for personal supplies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

On a regular basis, you can expect to:

• Stand; sit; walk; move hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel, climb or balance; crouch, or crawl; lift, shake, pour, carry, and push; and talk or hear.
• Lift and/or carry trays and other items up to 50 pounds.
• Perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Be on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Wear slip resistance shoes or boots.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

You will regularly be required to work long hours, and you may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. You may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. You will be occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and the work environment characteristics are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Accommodation inquiries must be made to the Company's Human Resources Department for consideration.

Turner Enterprises Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Smoke Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

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