Embassy Suites Cincinnati Rivercenter Covington - Bartender

Embassy Suites Cincinnati Rivercenter Covington - Bartender Address 10

E. River Center Blvd, Covington, KY, 41011

Job Description

The Bartender is responsible for preparing food and drink orders, serving beverages and meals to patrons as regulated by state and federal age requirements, and coordinating lounge/bar activities.

• Three to six months related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Alcohol Awareness Certification (must comply with State regulations).
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations; includes the ability to respond promptly to customer needs and requests for service and assistance.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Knowledge of, and ability to, appropriately interpret and follow policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to audience, whether oral or written.
• Ability to meet the demands of the work schedule, to be at work and on time. May occasionally require the ability to work outside of regularly scheduled hours. Schedules may vary based on business need.

• Checks identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Presents menu, answers questions and takes food and beverage orders from guests and/or serving staff.
• Prepares drink orders including wine, liquor, and beer.
• Prepare appetizers and food items according to recipes and standards.
• Monitors seating in lounge/bar area ensuring all guests are served.
• Computes bill and accepts payment; tracks and balances sales receipts.
• Attempts to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as discontinuing alcohol service and notifying management of potential problem(s).
• Clean bars, work areas, and tables, as well as glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
• Maintains kitchen and lounge station by keeping area tidy; clean and stock kitchen and bar at the end of each shift.
• Plan, organize, and control the operations of the lounge/bar area.
• Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.
• Inventories liquor, food, supplies and equipment weekly. Order or requisition supplies as needed.
• Ensures all temp logs and waste logs are maintained daily.
• Receives, dates, and examines foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications.
• Ensures tips are reported properly for tax processing.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Access to back of house areas of the hotel and sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to handle cash, prepare and deposit cash drops, secure and balance bank.
• Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and/or colleagues.
• Maintain a high level of trust and responsibility.
• Represent the company with certain level of reputation and good character as well as exercise sound judgement.

• Daily Pay
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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Welcome to the Embassy Suites by Hilton Cincinnati River Center hotel, located on the banks of the Ohio River. Our Cincinnati hotel is just a two-minute drive from downtown Cincinnati, nearby attractions like Paul Brown Stadium, US Bank Arena, Duke Energy Convention Center, and Aronoff Center for the Arts. We're also only 2.7 miles from the excitement of Jack Casino. Southbank Shuttle Trolley stops outside the hotel, offering easy access to downtown.

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is only 20 minutes away and the hotel is adjacent to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center with easy access to I-71, I-75 and many Covington, KY attractions. Guests will feel at home in a spacious two-room suite at this Covington hotel. All 227 suites feature a private bedroom and separate living area. They can enjoy a free made-to-order breakfast every morning along with a view of the Cincinnati skyline.

Drinks and snacks are available in the open-air atrium at our Evening Reception. We are ready to host a riverfront meeting or an elegant wedding reception with over 8,000 sq. ft. of flexible space, including meeting rooms and a ballroom with a stunning view of the city.