Mixologist/Lead Bartender

Mixologist/Lead Bartender

Reports to Director of Food + Beverage: position is non-exempt

What's in it for you:

• $17.37/hour + Gratuities
• Performance Based Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D
• Discounted pet insurance available through ASPCA
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Greatly discounted room rates for Aparium properties for you and your out-of-town guests

Interested? Please read on...

Who we are:

Hotels done differently. It's not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates' pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.

Hewing Hotel is in Minneapolis' vibrant North Loop neighborhood, more commonly known as the Warehouse District, joining cultural stalwarts Traffic Zone Center for Visual Arts and Target Field, home to baseball's Minnesota Twins. With easy access to all interstates as well as Minneapolis' Metro Transit Blue Line and Northstar Commuter Rail, The Hewing sits at the literal crossroads of the Twin Cities. While Minneapolis presents a plethora of hospitality options, none tap into the local culture to create importance and significance beyond the business traveler. The Hewing occupies the historic Jackson Building, originally built in 1897, at the gateway to the Warehouse District, immediately tying it to local culture like no other competitor. Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets.

Who you are:

Your past experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to creating the perfect concoction. You spend your days or nights working behind the bar tirelessly crafting perfectly balanced drinks, making wine recommendations and naturally building relationships with guests. In your off time you read up on spirits, the history of cocktails, new drink recipes as well as cruising Instagram accounts of the best bars in the world. You pride yourself in cultivating your regular guest base. You are a name that everyone knows in your community. You are welcoming and embody gracious hospitality at all times.

The role:

The Bar Lead reports to F+B leadership team and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals, including bartenders, servers, dishwashers, cooks and chefs. It is critical the person in this position possess a background in advanced bartending techniques, have a natural ability to lead and manage time and a second-to-none knowledge of beverages and cocktails. The Bar Lead will be responsible for aiding in the development and training of the bar team in creating memorable guest experiences. In depth menu knowledge is necessary to ensure safe service to guests with allergies and restrictions. The Bar Lead will help facilitate ongoing beverage tasting and training which will allow the team to expand their knowledge of beer, wine and spirits. The Bar Lead will have the opportunity to collaborate on seasonal beverage menus. All of our team members are expected to be reliable and responsible. We put an emphasis on treating all of our team members just like we treat our guests- giving a smile, a helping hand and a willingness to jump in to assist in any situation. The person in this role will also actively develop trusting and transparent relationships with their peers and other associates of the hotel. As a team member within Aparium Hotel Group, they will work with a phenomenal group of peers who insist that each other are collaborative, humble, experienced and open-minded no egos are allowed.

What you will do:

• Uphold and model the company's principles of People, Place and Character by being proud of who you are, where you come from and who we serve
• Be collaborative with F+B leaders and the Bar team to improve things when you know they are not right or could be better
• Be a storyteller of the history of Hewing Hotel and share our translocal hospitality efforts about our local collaborators and partners
• Participate in daily line ups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the team while simultaneously providing constructive feedback and strategizing to overcome and correct any previously missed opportunities
• Assist in all aspects of the F+B guest experience from beginning to end by extending a friendly greeting in an inviting environment, ensuring bar products and supplies are well stocked and executing requests in a friendly and timely manner, ascertaining satisfaction throughout and adjusting as necessary
• Share your extensive knowledge of the beverage world with your Bar team and guests, using your product knowledge to enhance their experience, always striving to know more through constant study of your craft
• Work in an organized and clean fashion, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment and workspace to create lasting impressions and strong relationships
• Help guide the Bar team in the utilization of steps of service to provide professional service and exceed guest expectations, ensuring alcohol is served safely, responsibly and legally, utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases
• Be accountable for maintaining a working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day as well as accurately accounting for all monetary transactions during your shift
• Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the Food + Beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed
• Assist in other areas of the F+B Department as needed, including but not limited to: Rooftop, Lounge, Banquets, Bar and In-Room Dining

What you will need:

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, demonstrating a love for restaurants and guest service
• Minimum of (4) four years experience as a bartender in either a free-standing or hotel restaurant or bar preferred
• The ability to patiently train and develop the Bar team
• The creativity and organization to consistently develop new relevant cocktails and aid in beverage programming
• TIPS Alcohol service certification or ability to obtain
• Must meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol
• Available to work a flexible schedule to include mornings, weekends and holidays
• Fluency in English both verbally and written
• The ability to stand, walk and negotiate wet tile floor and steps for the entirety of a shift
• Fine motor coordination for pouring beverages, decorating cocktails and folding napkins
• The ability to lift and/or carry a 30 lb. tray, crate or box regularly
• The ability to carry over one's shoulder occasionally
• Hand and elbow movements for polishing glassware, silver, setting up tables, shacking, pouring and mixing drinks
• Excellent sight and balance needed for negotiating varied floor surfaces
• The ability to handle lit candles and hot fluids (coffee and tea)
• The ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport beverage goods inventory, equipment, etc.
• The ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport beverage inventory, equipment, etc.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers and kitchens

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and a sense of belonging for all associates. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, and where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.