Bartender

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com. 

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

Position Summary

The role of the Bartender is to prepare beverages for our guests in a prompt and courteous manner while maintaining a high level of quality and consistency.

   

Are you RED's Bartender?

• You are hospitality – you want to change the life of every person who steps in the front door. You goal is to make sure your staff is excited to provide an unforgettable experience that keeps your guests coming back for more (and more and more).

• You are passionate – about every detail and aspect that goes in to making a hotel successful. Hiring a great staff? Sign me up. Ensuring the operations are running smoothly? Check! You are on it. You aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get the job done.

• You are a leader –  training and motivating a team of rock stars is what gets you excited to go to work. You know how to create a high energy environment where fun and work collide, and ultimately everyone (guests and staff alike) go home exhilarated and excited for more.

To make our HR folks happy, here some traditional roles & responsibilities:

Benefits we provide:

• Employee discounts on thousands of hotels

• Paid Sick Time (MN Earned Sick and Safe Time)

1st of the month following 30 days of service:

• Full benefits package to our full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!

• Employer paid Accident insurance and HSA contribution

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

90 Days:

• Paid Vacation Time

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Paid Bereavement

1 Year:

• Paid Floating Holidays

Key Responsibilities

Pleasantly greeting our guests as they approach the bar; promoting house drinks and utilizing up-selling skills to maximize revenues

• Preparing beverages requested by customers, adhering to established pouring standards and drink recipes to provide a consistent product to the guests and to control costs

• Setting up the bar including all liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies

• Performing pre-shift and post-shift side-work (empty/fill ice-bins, prepare garnishments, replenish/store snacks, etc.)

• Maintains knowledge of bar inventory and wine selection to respond properly to customer questions

• Inventorying unused liquor and beverages, ensuring that all liquor is properly secured before, during, and at close of shift

• Maintaining a complete knowledge of designated glassware, ingredients, preparation method and garnishes for each drink

• Making appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction

• Stocks beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, glassware, ice and