Bartender Residence Inn Akron, OH

Lounge

Akron, OH, US

Salary Range: $14.00 To $15.00 Hourly

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Bartender for the Residence Inn Akron, OH.

Job Purpose:

The Bartender is often a social point of contact and lasting impression for guests. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us

• Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the team

• Assist servers, other bartenders, and bar porters when necessary

• Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior

• Be understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workers

• Be self-motivated and use time wisely

• Maintain open line of communications with each department

• Communicate pertinent information

• Openly accept critical/developmental feedback

• Be available to help other departments in emergency situations

Qualifications and Requirements:

High School diploma /Secondary qualification or equivalent.

Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.

This job requires the ability to perform the following:

• Must have a strong knowledge of drink preparation and applicable health standards.

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations and Company policy regarding serving alcohol to minors and intoxicated patrons.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.

• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.

• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written. Must possess basic computational ability.

• Must possess basic computer skills.

• Good knowledge of the hotel, its services and facilities.

• Familiarity with all menu items

• Must have knowledge of and be able to operate all equipment related to the outlet, including, but not limited to, coffee maker and cash terminal

• Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10 degrees F) and kitchens (+110 degrees F), possibly for one hour or more

• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length

• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously

• Must be able to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs

• Must have the ability to bend, squat and lift 40 lbs on a regular and continuing basis and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs

• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs

• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space

• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks

• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity

• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception

• Talking and hearing occur continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception

• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment, including, but not limited to, cutlery used in cutting of fruit.

• Must have Alcohol Awareness Certification and Food Handlers Certification

Other:

• Being passionate about people and service.

• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.

• Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.

• Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.

• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.

• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Amazing Benefits At A Glance:

• Team Driven and Values Based Culture

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Vacation & Holiday Pay

• Same-day pay available

• Employee Assistance Program

• Career Growth Opportunities/ Manager Training Program

• Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio

• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)

• 401(k)

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

• Parental leave

• Referral program