Clark & Bourbon Bartender Jobs

Live! by Loews – St. Louis, MO is a branded collaboration between Loews Hotels & Co, The Cordish Companies and the St. Louis Cardinals, one of the most beloved sports franchises in the country. The hotel is part of phase two of the already successful Ballpark Village Live! complex and delivers unscripted, locally handcrafted Loews experiences for both group and leisure guests. Live! by Loews – St. Louis features 216 guestrooms, 17,000 square feet of meeting and event space with spectacular views and multiple food & beverage outlets, including an outdoor lounge and a Bourbon Bar.

Job Specific

• Sets up bar service area with all necessary glassware and supplies prior to start of service "Mis en Place"
• Serves guests in a polite, professional manner according to Loews Standards
• Completes end of shift revenue report and cash deposit
• Cleans and restocks glassware throughout shift
• Performs all closing duties, secures all inventory and supplies
• Records all aspects of guest order accurately and enters them into computer
• Monitors guests to prevent over indulgence and ensure safety
• Greets guests in a polite professional manner according to Loews standards
• Prepares all necessary mixers and garnishes prior to start of service and during shift as needed
• Collects monies due and or applies charges to guest account using POS terminal
• Prepares and presents accurate record of guest charges
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of bar service area at all times
• Determines guests needs and suggestively up-sells beverages so as to enhance the guest experience
• Inventories all beverages and operating supplies, orders replacement items as needed
• Other duties as assigned
• Maintains current knowledge of all popular alcoholic beverages and cocktail recipes
• Prepares alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to order upon request

General

• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
• Recycles whenever possible

Qualifications

• Exceptional guest service skills
• High School diploma or equivalent
• One + years experience as Bartender in a high volume, upscale Hotel or free standing Lounge environment
• Certification of training in Responsible Vendor requirements or ability to obtain same
• Ability to stand stoop, bend and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively during entire shift
• Thorough knowledge of Alcoholic Beverages, Cocktail recipes, preparation methods, glassware, equipment and service
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
• Basic computer and cash handling skills