Bartender - Ambassador Hotel OKC

The Ambassador Hotel OKC is hiring for a Bartender.

• That a great bar experience is about more than a well-made drink—it is about making guests feel welcomed, remembered, and cared for.
• That thoughtful beverage knowledge allows you to create personalized experiences and meaningful connections with guests.
• That great cocktails are built on quality ingredients, balance, technique, and attention to detail.
• That hospitality means staying attentive and engaged even during the busiest service periods.
• That teamwork between Front of House, Back of House, and Hotel teams is essential to a successful operation.
• That every drink and every interaction is an opportunity to create an UNMATCHED MOMENT.

• Welcoming guests promptly and creating a friendly, engaging atmosphere from the moment they approach the bar.
• Presenting beverage menus, answering questions, and making thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and service standards.
• Creating classic and contemporary cocktails with a strong understanding of flavor balance, ingredients, technique, and presentation.
• Demonstrating knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, garnishes, pricing, and beverage selections.
• Providing wine service when needed and confidently recommending food and beverage pairings.
• Taking beverage orders accurately and entering them promptly into the POS system.
• Communicating allergies and dietary restrictions clearly and accurately on guest tickets.
• Taking tables in the bar or dining room when assigned by Management.
• Checking in with guests throughout their experience to ensure they are satisfied with their food and beverages.
• Learning the names and preferences of regular guests and making them feel genuinely recognized and welcomed.
• Processing guest payments, credit card transactions, and change accurately.
• Keeping bottles, glassware, tools, and bar supplies organized, stocked, and ready for service.
• Maintaining a clean and polished bar, including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves, storage areas, and other service spaces.
• Assisting with inventory restocking and replenishment of bar supplies.
• Communicating equipment or maintenance concerns to Management promptly.
• Maintaining open communication with FoH, BoH, and Hotel Curators to ensure seamless service.
• Thanking every guest sincerely and creating a warm, memorable farewell.

• You bring a genuine passion for hospitality, cocktails, spirits, wine, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• You have previous bartending, serving, or customer service experience.
• You have strong knowledge of spirits and understand how ingredients and flavors work together.
• You are knowledgeable about classic and contemporary cocktails and can confidently follow standardized recipes.
• You enjoy learning about new food and beverage offerings and are comfortable making thoughtful recommendations.
• You have a growing or established knowledge of wine by the glass and are eager to continue developing your bottle knowledge.
• You are outgoing, positive, and comfortable creating genuine connections with guests.
• You can prioritize and multitask while maintaining accuracy and hospitality during high-volume service.
• You remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented when handling guest requests or challenges.
• You have basic math and cash-handling skills and can accurately operate a POS system.
• You understand the importance of cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and responsible beverage service.
• You are dependable and committed to excellent attendance and punctuality.
• You take pride in maintaining a polished appearance…