Server/Bartender - Full Time

Server/Bartender - Full Time

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is looking for a Full-Time Server/Bartender for our summer "pool season" who shares our passion for excellence and is enthusiastic about creating the ultimate service experience. The Server/Bartender will be a member of a dynamic team who provides service and support to our hotel guests and residents. This position reports to the Pool Supervisor. Following the summer season, this position will transfer into another role within the food & beverage department of the hotel. U.S. work authorization is required for this position.

About Us

Four Seasons prides itself on the commitment to the Golden Rule philosophy, and strives to provide the best possible experience for both our guests and employees. Because of our employee-centric approach, Four Seasons has been listed in the FORTUNE Magazine “100 Best Companies to Work For” rankings every year since 1998.

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is Washington’s only Forbes five-star rated hotel. Overlooking Elliott Bay and Puget Sound, our luxurious guestrooms are steps away from Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and world-class shopping. In partnership with acclaimed Seattle chef Ethan Stowell, we are proud to showcase simply prepared Northwest food and drink in Goldfinch Tavern, our signature restaurant.

Key Elements of the Job

• Provide knowledge of wines, spirits and mixed drinks including origin, taste, and preparation methods; maintain a working knowledge of liquors, wines, beets, ports, armagnacs, eau de vies, cognacs and specialty drinks.
• 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 Four Seasons Standards.
• Assistance with preparation and distribution of hourly pool amenities when needed
• Offer friendly and prompt service to our guests
• Maintain an accurate inventory count, process log entries for voids and spillage, cut and prepare fruits and other beverage garnishments.
• Confirm guest orders including any special needs or requests from the food server using the hotel’s point-of-sales system; check completed orders with the guest’s original order; anticipate guest needs, ascertain satisfaction, and offer suggestions, and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced work environments
• Hospitality-oriented and willing to go above and beyond for our guests and residents
• Ability to work outdoors in sunny and warm conditions
• Strong command of the English language (multi-lingual preferred)
• Valid Washington state food handler's license and Mandatory Alcohol Server Training (MAST) certification is required
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds

What to Expect from Your Work Experience...You will

• Be part of a cohesive team with a singular focus on creating the best possible guest experience
• Have the ability to demonstrate your unique personality and service style while achieving the brand standards that make us Four Seasons
• Receive a complimentary meal when at work in our employee cafeteria
• $100 monthly transportation bonus
• Have career growth opportunities both within Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and worldwide with our company
• Receive a $15.74 hourly wage with tips
• Be encouraged to demonstrate your professional passion

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.