Bar and Bistro Bartender

Canopy by Hilton's culture is defined by who we are and how we interact with each other, our guests, our partners, and our neighbors. Our culture, "Positively Yours," is much more than a slogan. It's our underlying attitude, the story of who we are and how we approach everything. 

At the core of Canopy by Hilton’s culture is the Positive Stay Promise. An ideal Enthusiast sets the tone for creating the “Positively Yours” culture at our hotel and is committed to delivering the lifestyle experiences our guests want. 

The beautiful new Canopy Jersey City Arts District is looking for an exceptional candidate as its Bartender.

POSITION TITLE: Bartender/Drink Enthusiast

REPORTS TO: Food & Drink Director/ Lead Food & Drink Enthusiast

POSITION SUMMARY:

Bartenders will be responsible to prepare and serve drinks to customers, able to mix and match ingredients in order to create classic and innovative drinks in accordance with customers’ needs and expectations. The purpose of this position is to interact with the hotel guests and ensure they have a great experience at Canopy Bar & Bistro.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interact with customers, take orders for drinks and snacks.
• Plan and present bar menu.
• Check identification of the guest to make sure they meet age requirements for purchase of alcohol products.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks as ordered and in compliance with hotel standard drink recipes.
• Serve Food, Liquor, Wine and Beer to guests.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations accordingly.
• Ability to Sell or influence others for up selling and suggestive selling.
• Serve customers in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Keep the bar counter and work area neat and clean at all times.
• Provide guidance to guests on local activities, dining options and general hotel and regional information.
• Determine when a customer has had too much alcohol and if required refusing any further serving in a polite way.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of food and beverage products, menus, and promotions.
• Handle and move objects, such as glasses and bottles, using hands and arms.
• Clean up after customers and clean work area.
• Wash glassware and utensils after each use.
• Maintain a clean working area by sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning of glass doors and windows, etc. if required.
• Perform physical activities such as lifting and stooping.
• Maintain liquor inventory and consumption.
• Collect payment for drinks served and balance all receipts.
• Handle an assigned house bank and follow all cash handling procedures as per hotel standard.
• Prepare inventory or purchase requisitions as needed to replenish supplies.
• Ensure that the assigned bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for Mixing beverages and serving guests. 
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
• Perform Other duties as and when assigned by the hotel management.

PREREQUISITES:

Must be able to communicate in English writing and speaking and other languages are advantages. Good personality and positive interpersonal skills required. Food Handlers Card preferred.

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