Bartender + Guest Experience Host

About Us

Hotel Royal Oak is a boutique hotel designed to be hip, local, and social, a place where guests don’t just stay, they experience. From craft cocktails in our Vinyl Room to curated music and late-night energy, we create a vibe that people remember.

We’re looking for someone who can own the bar and the front desk at the same time, someone who naturally hosts, connects, and elevates every guest interaction.

The Role

This is a hybrid bartender + front desk position, perfect for someone who thrives in a social environment but also values structure, responsibility, and guest service.

You’ll be:

• Crafting cocktails and creating energy in our bar
• Checking guests in/out and managing the front desk
• Acting as the face of the hotel during your shift
• Keeping the vibe right, music, lighting, cleanliness, and flow
• Driving revenue through happy hour, programming, and upselling

Schedule

• various shifts available, will discuss availability with candidates

Consistent schedule with opportunity for additional shifts based on performance.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Bar & Guest Experience

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and mocktails
• Create a welcoming, social atmosphere
• Engage guests and build repeat relationships
• Promote specials, events, and programming

Front Desk Operations

• Check guests in/out using hotel systems
• Handle guest requests and problem resolution
• Answer phones and manage reservations
• Maintain lobby presentation and cleanliness

Vibe + Operations

• Set the tone of the hotel each shift
• Ensure music, lighting, and spaces feel intentional
• Complete daily operational tasks and checklists
• Communicate clearly with the team and management

What We’re Looking For

• Bartending experience (required – basic cocktail knowledge is a must)
• Strong hospitality mindset, you enjoy taking care of people
• Comfortable multitasking between bar and front desk
• Confident, social, and personable
• Reliable and able to work overnight shifts
• Detail-oriented with a sense of ownership
• Someone who understands that the experience matters just as much as the drink

Bonus If You Have

• Boutique hotel or nightlife experience
• Experience with POS systems and/or hotel systems
• A passion for music, events, or social environments
• Ideas for programming, events, or guest engagement

Compensation

• Starting Pay: $17/hour
• Structured Raise Potential:
• 90 Days
• 180 Days
• 365 Days
• Tips:
  Strong earning potential through:
• Happy hour volume
• Cocktail service
• Guest engagement and programming