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mcr

Bartender, Bar

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... bar ... Associates are passionate about guest service and can communicate effectively and multitask.

Marriott International

Lobby Bar Manager

Greensboro, GA · On-site

$59K - $76K/yr

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for bar/lounge daily shift operations and supervision of staff. Position ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Marriott

Lobby Bar Manager

Greensboro, GA · On-site

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for bar/lounge daily shift operations and supervision of staff. Position ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Compass Group

BAR BACK

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.44/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. * Location : Delta ATL - 2600 Maynard H ... Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer ...

Eurest

BAR BACK (FULL TIME)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.44/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. * Location : Delta ATL - 2600 Maynard H ... Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer ...

Compass Group

BAR BACK (FULL TIME)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.44/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. * Location : Delta ATL - 2600 Maynard H ... Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer ...

Compass Group

BAR BACK (FULL TIME)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.44/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time BAR BACK positions. * Location : Delta ATL - 2600 Maynard H ... Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer ...

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What is a bar associate?

A Bar Associate is a hospitality professional who works in a bar, assisting with a variety of tasks such as serving drinks, taking orders, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring customers have a positive experience. They may also help prepare simple beverages, restock supplies, and handle payments. Bar Associates typically work under the supervision of a bartender or bar manager and play an important role in the smooth operation of the establishment. This position requires good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bar associate?

To thrive as a Bar Associate, you need knowledge of drink recipes, cash handling, and basic food safety, often supported by a food handler’s permit or responsible beverage service certification. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, bar equipment, and inventory management tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, efficiency, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you excel in busy environments. These skills are crucial for delivering excellent customer service, ensuring compliance, and maintaining smooth bar operations.

What are some common challenges a bar associate may face during busy shifts, and how can they effectively manage them?

Bar Associates often encounter challenges such as high customer volume, multitasking between taking orders and preparing drinks, and maintaining cleanliness under pressure. To effectively manage these situations, it’s important to stay organized, communicate clearly with team members, and prioritize tasks based on urgency. Developing strong time management skills and remaining calm under pressure can help ensure customer satisfaction and a smooth workflow during peak hours.

What is the difference between Bar Associate vs Paralegal?

AspectBar AssociateParalegal
CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law license (Bar admission)Associate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Industry UsageLegal practice, courtroom settings, client consultationsLegal research, document preparation, case management

Bar Associates are licensed attorneys authorized to practice law, represent clients, and appear in court. Paralegals assist attorneys with legal tasks but are not licensed to practice law or represent clients. Both roles work in similar environments, but Bar Associates have broader responsibilities and legal authority.

What are the most commonly searched types of Bar jobs in Georgia?

The most popular types of Bar jobs in Georgia are:

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Bartender, Bar

Atlanta, GA • On-site

MCR Hotels
Real Estate • 5 - 10K employees
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$14 - $15.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Greet guests and provide descriptions of food and beverage options.

  • Maintain proper setup and stock of the bar area, including beverages, garnishes, and supplies.

  • Mix, garnish, and present drinks using standard recipes while practicing portion control.

Job description

Aloft Atlanta
SECTION ONE: MCR Universal Role Standards
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CLEANLINESS and FRIENDLINESS!
The MCR standard is to provide clean, friendly, well-organized and safe hotels for our guests.
AREAS OF EXCELLENCE
  • Happy Guests
  • Spotless Cleanliness
  • Product Consistency & Quality
  • Teamwork

Duties and Expectations
1. Happy Guests
  • Guest Relations: Greet guests happily upon arrival and throughout their stay with a smile.
  • Name Use: Use the guests' names whenever possible, ensuring they feel properly welcomed.
  • Guest Satisfaction: All Team Members work together to contribute to great guest satisfaction scores.
  • Recovery: Ability to handle challenging guest situations with hospitality and a sense of urgency.
  • Hotel Knowledge: Strong knowledge of all features of the hotel facility and amenities.
  • Events: Awareness and support for all groups and events at the hotel.
  • Technology: Understanding of relevant technology for each role.
  • Phone Etiquette: Answer all incoming calls with friendly service using the approved greeting.

2. Spotless Cleanliness
  • Sparkling Clean Workspaces: All areas, both front and back of the house, should be kept clean and well-organized.
  • Pitching In: Cleanliness is a team effort! Everyone may expect to pitch in to clean guest rooms and public spaces as needed, to ensure the hotel is well-organized and safe.
  • Hospitality While Cleaning: Always greet every guest happily with a smile, by name if possible, while cleaning.

3. Product Consistency & Quality
  • Checklists to 100% Accuracy: All operational checklists are completed accurately and at the designated times, every shift.
  • Shift Handover Reports: Handover reports must be accurate and on time, for effective shift-to-shift communication.
  • Flawless Uniform: All Team Members must wear a clean, approved uniform and be well-groomed per the Team Member Handbook, while wearing a nametag and smiling at all times.

4. Teamwork
  • Communication: Communication between Team Members should be clear, honest, and professional.
  • Can Do Attitude: Willing to stretch beyond traditional role to meet the needs of the business and MCR's guests.
  • Collaboration: All Team Members at all levels must be committed to working together to create a welcoming environment for guests and an effective, positive workplace.

SECTION TWO: Role Specific Duties and Expectations
The Bartender provides customized beverage service to each of the hotel's restaurant/bar customers in a friendly, energetic, and timely manner. Responsible for assuring the guest is having a great time and/or relaxing while at the bar. Associates are passionate about guest service and can communicate effectively and multitask.
Responsibilities:
  • Friendly Greeting: Greet guests and give a clear and correct description of food and beverage options.
  • Bar Organization: Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar area.
  • Bar Stocking: Stock beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, and produce. Maintain stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables.
  • Mixology: Mix, garnish, and present drinks using standard ingredient recipes and practice portion control.
  • Meeting Attendance: Attend monthly departmental meetings.
  • POS Skills: Input orders into computer and secure accurate payment.
  • Cash Management: Receive cash from guests, makes any change needed, verifies validity of charges, records charges, and ensures vouchers are properly executed, in order to balance all moneys.
  • Bar Stock Management: Lock up and store all beverages, food and other equipment items, deposits cash drops and secures bank at end of shift as needed.
  • Bar Manicure: Sanitize and clean in and around the bar area.
  • Side work: Complete daily inventory prep sheet and other side work allowable by labor rules.
  • Menu Knowledge: Knowledge and familiarity of current food and beverage offerings. Promote and document orders for drinks.
  • Food Safety: Ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures, i.e., product rotation, dating, labeling, and cleaning.
  • Cleanliness: Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant and surrounding areas.
  • General Hotel Knowledge: Demonstrate knowledge of hours and available amenities of the hotel.
  • Team Player: Work effectively and efficiently with the service and kitchen teams.

SECTION THREE: Success Metrics
Happy Guests
  • Management Performance Ratings
  • Guest Satisfaction Scores/Intent to Return

Spotless Cleanliness
  • GM/AGM Spot Checks
  • Leadership Walk-throughs (RVP, etc.)
  • Guest Ratings/Reviews

Product Consistency & Quality
  • Checklist Tracking
  • Management Performance Ratings
  • Guest Ratings

Teamwork
  • Management Performance Ratings

SECTION FOUR: Qualifications & Requirements
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Work Experience: Experience in a hospitality, service, consumer-facing franchise or related field preferred. Knowledge of drink preparation, previous bartender experience preferred.
  • Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to follow instructions, assigned tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Always provide friendly service with a smile to guests.
  • Flexible schedule with availability days, nights, holidays, and weekend based on the demands of the hotel.
  • Must arrive and clock in on time for every shift worked and clock out at the scheduled shift ending time, unless otherwise directed by your immediate manager. Never work while clocked out.
  • Must clock in/out for breaks at the designated time on your schedule.
  • Must provide sufficient notice as directed by your supervisor when calling out for a scheduled shift.

Physical Working Demands & Working Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
  • Repetitive Motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the
  • wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Lifting: Carrying certain laundry supplies, linens and other items.

Language + Reasoning Skills:
  • Read, write, understand and communicate with others effectively using the English language.

Note:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.
Our Company
  • MCR is the 3rd-largest hotel owner-operator in the United States.
  • Founded in 2006, our company has offices in New York City, Dallas, Chicago, and Richmond, Virginia.
  • MCR has a $5.0 billion portfolio of 148 premium-branded hotels containing more than 22,000 guestrooms across 37 states and 106 cities.
  • MCR has more than 7,000 team members across the country and operates hotels under 9 Marriott brands, 8 Hilton brands and a number of unflagged independent hotels.
  • MCR was named one of Fast Company's 10 Most Innovative Travel Companies of 2020.
  • MCR is a three-time recipient of the Marriott Partnership Circle Award, the highest honor Marriott presents to its owner and franchise partners, and a recipient of the Hilton Legacy Award for Top Performer.
  • For the TWA Hotel at New York's JFK Airport, MCR won the Development of the Year (Full Service) Award at The Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), the Urban Land Institute New York Excellence in Hotel Development Award and the American Institute of Architects national Architecture Award, the highest honor given by the AIA

What we offer/What's in it for you?
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Weekly Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Options
  • Referral bonuses
  • Career advancement & upward mobility
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance- available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members

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