Bartender-Mixologist

Description

Des Moines Renaissance Savery is currently seeking a dynamic, experienced and motivated individual for a Bartender-Mixologist position at our StepStone Hospitality managed hotel. Ideal candidate will have a passion for providing exceptional customer service with a splash of creativity! 

· Craft classic cocktails and signature drinks with precision and creativity

· Develop new drink recipes and seasonal cocktail menus in collaboration with management

· Educate guests on beverage selections, ingredients, and pairing options

· Maintain expert-level knowledge of spirits, liqueurs, wines, and mixers

· Mix, garnish, and serve drinks according to recipes or customer preferences for guests and the service bar.

· Take beverage and sometimes food orders from guests or servers

· Check identification to ensure legal drinking age

· Monitor alcohol consumption and act responsibly when serving alcohol.

· Handle cash and process transactions accurately through POS systems.

· Inform the manager of a requisition for liquor and supplies.

· Maintain a clean and organized bar area, including bar tops, tools, and glassware.

· Set up and break down the bar before and after shifts

· Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.

· Notify a manager immediately of any guest complaints.

- Comply with all food and beverage regulations and health/safety guidelines. 

· 2+ years of bartending or mixology experience preferred.

· Strong knowledge of craft cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.

· Flair for presentation and attention to detail.

· Must be available for weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.

· Excellent customer service and communication skills.

· Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

· Must meet legal age requirements to serve alcohol.

· Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS or ServSafe) may be required.

Must have a comprehensive knowledge of the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors. 

Requirements

· Minimum lifting of 50 pounds.

· Pushing, bending, stooping, upward reaching, and manual dexterity.

· Hearing, writing, typing.

· Minimum pulling of 50 pounds.

- Other duties may be assigned. 

  Stepstone Hospitality and the Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel are Equal Opportunity Employers - EOE/M/F/D/V