Job Description

Bartender – Five of Clubs About The Position We are looking for talented bartenders for the Five of Clubs bar within the Longfellow Hotel. Five of Clubs serves beautifully crafted cocktails, a small wine and beer selection alongside an elevated bar menu. Our ideal candidate is warm, hospitable and a team player! What We Expect Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and serve a selection of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks from the menu while ensuring proper pouring, mixing, and blending according to established recipes and established Longfellow Standards
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of all alcoholic and non-alcoholic ingredients and drinks/food to answer questions and accommodate off-menu requests
• Building rapport with the guest with above and beyond service
• Anticipate guest needs, ascertain satisfaction, and offer suggestions, and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests
• Service and take orders from guests seated at the bar area offering interesting, and vivid descriptions of each item’s, origin, taste, and preparation methods; maintain a working knowledge of liquors, wines, beers, ports, specialty drinks and food menus
• Assist with set-up and cleaning of operational areas
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management
• Comply with Longfellow and SLH workplace rules and standards of conduct

Who You Are Ideal candidates will have:

• High school education or equivalent experiences
• Minimum two years bartending or related work
• Must be able to obtain any required food handing or alcohol serving certifications required by local or state agencies. (BABLO)
• Hotel/resort experience preferred
• Knowledge of Portland and surrounding areas, highly desirable, however not required
• Must be able to be on feet for entire shift and communicate with guests appropriately and effectively
• Above and beyond attitude is required as well as a flexible schedule with ability to work weekends/holidays and evenings
• Works in a careful and meticulous nature
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task in a high volume and demanding environment
• Strong interpersonal and team player skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to handle difficult situations and guests
• All applicants must have the proper legal documents to work in the United States.

Benefits & Compensation Information $9.00 Per Hour + Tips Longfellow employees can enjoy: Discounted Hotel Stays Across New England Discounted meals at Twinflower Café and Five of Clubs Health insurance including dental and vision (full-time only) IRA plan matching up the 3% (full-time only) Discounted rates at hotels, spa and food and beverage outlets (all employees) EEOC Statement The Longfellow Hotel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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