Restaurant Bartender

Job Title: Bartender

The Hotel Landing is the premier luxury lakeside destination in the Upper Midwest, where every experience is thoughtfully curated and every guest interaction is defined by discretion, personalization, and impeccable service. We are passionate about creating moments of elegance, authenticity, and lasting memories—combining refined hospitality with a welcoming, service-driven culture. Our team is committed to excellence, innovation, and building relationships that elevate both our brand and the experiences we deliver.

The Bartender is responsible for crafting exceptional beverages and delivering polished, attentive service in a luxury dining environment. The bartender plays a central role in shaping the guest experience by combining technical skill, product knowledge, and genuine hospitality to create moments that feel both refined and welcoming.

This position is expected to engage guests with confidence and warmth, provide thoughtful recommendations, and execute cocktails and beverages with consistency and precision. The Bartender upholds the highest standards of service and presentation while contributing to an atmosphere where families, friends, and first-time guests alike feel comfortable, valued, and at home.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.
• Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ring guest checks, collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.
• Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.
• Know and comply with state liquor laws.
• Ensure established pars are maintained.
• Perform all sidework duties according to sidework schedules.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified

Experience

6 months bartending

Knowledge/Skills

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs. Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs.
• Bending/kneeling -ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
• Mobility -maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
• Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.
• Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
• No driving required.
• Must be able to ruse records and all special requests.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction in English, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Ability to accurately count cash. Ability to operate cash register.

Environment

Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift

Benefits

At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.

The Perks:

• Sage Hotel & Restaurant Discounts across the US
• Paid vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401k
• Convenient Location
• Free Shift Meal
• Complimentary Parking

Salary

USD $12.50 - USD $12.50 /Hr.

ID: 2026-30384

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property: Hotel Landing

Min: USD $12.50/Hr.

Max: USD $12.50/Hr.

Tipped Position: Yes

Address: 925 Lake St E

City: Wayzata

State: Minnesota

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability