Bartender

BARTENDER POSITION PROFILE

Reports To:

Director of Food + Beverage - Position is Non-Exempt

The Heathman is Portland's magnet for artistic minds. Since 1927, the Heathman’s unique atmosphere of cultured comfort has served as a muse for artists, creators, collaborators, thinkers, dreamers and doers. With its prime placement in Portland’s cultural district, the Heathman is distinguished by reputation as a discerning retreat for the global citizen, and a haven for creative inspiration. Heathman Hotel is managed by Aparium Hotels.

Aparium was founded in 2011 to bring lifestyle service and accommodations to underserved yet distinct and important cities while maintaining and celebrating the unadulterated character of each. Each hotel in our portfolio is an individual, representing the People, Place, and Character of its community. Driven by the belief that the poetics of their surroundings should fuel all hospitality experiences, Aparium was born with an intense focus on unearthing the unforgettable moments unique to every city.

Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. We are a sophisticated hotel brand known for our ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, growing markets.

Your past experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to the how and what a hospitality professional is responsible for. Food and beverage culture is a part of your identity, as you keep up on new restaurant openings or which restaurants were just named the locals’ favorite. Food culture interests you and you love when as the curator of an experience, you nail it.

It is in your nature to take care of others. You delight in the smiles you share and the positive experiences that you create. You are probably known to your friends and family as a planner and enjoy organizing people or just about anything. You feel comfortable when things get busy, and you must make smart, in‑the‑moment decisions, as it’s just natural for you to do so.

Above all, it is your mission to spread joy to all you encounter.

• Stock the bar with spirits, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and supplies before service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout the shift.
• Prepare garnishes, syrups, and other bar prep items as required.
• Greet guests warmly, establish rapport, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
• Take orders and provide expert recommendations for cocktails, wine, beer, and other beverages.
• Craft cocktails with precision and consistency according to house recipes.
• Pour wine and beer accurately, ensuring proper presentation.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Be a storyteller of the history of Jasper hotel and share our translocal hospitality efforts about our local collaborators and partners.
• Work in an organized and clean fashion, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment, and workspace to create lasting impressions and strong relationships.
• Use steps of service to provide professional service and exceed guest expectations, ensuring alcohol is served safely, responsibly, and legally and utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases; and creating lasting impressions on all guests.
• Be accountable for working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day; and to serve alcohol safely, responsibly, and legally; and of course, accurately account for all monetary transactions during your shift.
• Stay informed on industry trends, including new spirits, cocktails, and techniques.
• Communicate effectively with the F&B and Culinary teams to ensure all guests get their food as ordered in timely fashion.
• Assist in other areas of the F&B Department as needed, including but not limited to Banquets, Bar, Café, In‑Room Dining, and Restaurants.
• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character by being proud of who…