Event Bartender (Hotel Banquets)

Description
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At Renaissance Hotels, inspiration comes from the unexpected. Embrace spontaneity and discovery, and celebrate connection with the destination. Join a welcoming and motivated team of Ambassadors who embody the spirit and style of the local neighborhood.

Renaissance Milwaukee West, a new premium distinctive hotel is seeking an energized and curious minded part-time Bartender to join our Events (Banquets) Team!

The hotel is managed by Concord Hospitality Enterprises, one of the most respected franchisees in the industry. At Concord, we strive to create a culture that allows us to attract and retain the best people in the industry. It's that culture that has built the outstanding team and has made us the successful company we are today.

Here are some of the great benefits available to our part-time/on-call ambassadors:

• Competitive Pay
• Same-Day Pay Option
• Hotel Discounts Worldwide
• 401(k) with company contribution - free money!
• Exclusive discounts on concert tickets, theme park passes, rental cars, and more
• Verizon wireless discount
• Free parking in structure and easy access to public transportation
• Complimentary and discounted food and beverage
• Clean and secure locker room for personal belongings
• Safety shoe reimbursement program
• Uniforms provided by the company
• Deeply discounted dry cleaning services
• Personal and professional developmental opportunities; classroom training, online training, and educational assistance program

Role Summary:

• The Event Bartender connects with guests by providing friendly, enthusiastic, professional, and timely experience while serving beverages.

Responsibilities:

• Provide the highest quality of service to the guest at all times.
  
• Prepare and serve beverages to guest order, in accordance with established standards.
  
• Engage with guest while also ensuring prompt service and that guest expectations are met.
  
• Use observation, intuition, and spontaneity in describing beverages and assisting guest in selection of items, when needed.
  
• Operate cash register and handle cash. Must be apt in handling money, currency, coins (as well as credit card, debit card, and check transactions). Follow proper drawer closing and opening procedures to ensure no miscalculation in counting money. Maintain records regarding transactions.
  
• Set up and break down bar; complete all opening and closing duties to established procedures.
  
• Maintain inventory as well as storage and rotation of beverages, garnish, etc.
  
• Maintain a clean and sanitized area at all time. Wipe up spills, stock and replenish ice stations, and check and replace glassware.
  
• Create a pleasant, friendly, hospitable, effective, and professional working environment.
  
• Report to work on time and in proper uniform.
  
• Practice safety standards at all times.
  
• Each associate is expected to carry out reasonable requests by management, which the associate is capable of performing.
  
• Each associate will be required to follow the rules as found in the Concord Hospitality Handbooks.
  

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bartending experience, preferably in a hotel, catering, or banquet setting.
• A City of Wauwatosa Bartender's License is required for this position. If not currently held, this license is required within the first 30 days of employment.
• Flexible availability is required including nights and weekends.

Compensation:

• The starting pay for this position is $9.00 per hour. This is a tipped position.

Why Concord?

Concord's foundation is our 5 Key Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We hire the best associates in the market and thus provide a great working environment for all. Enjoy a culture where you are valued and our Associate First policy is a way of life. Utilize your hospitality talents with a Company that cares about you and your development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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