Bartender Part-Time

Collegiate Hotel Group® is seeking a Bartender to join Graduate New Haven and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts.  

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures bar is set up with appropriate levels of liquor, juices, crushes, additives, soda, etc.
• Ensures that the bar, glasses and cutlery is clean and sanitized
• Ensures cleanliness of bar and kitchen areas throughout service
• Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests
• Prepares drink orders according to bar standards and guest preferences
• Presents bar bill and takes payment
• Ensures guests are engaged and satisfied
• Monitors guests for overconsumption of alcohol and takes steps as necessary
• Locks up and store all beverage, food and other equipment items, deposits cash drops and secures bank.
• Monitor inventory control
• Assists with food service and delivery for guests
• Assist in the bussing and resetting of tables as needed
• Assist with preparation of food items for outlet service as needed
• Assist in washing all dishware, utensils, glassware, serving items associated with service
• Assist with breakdown and cleaning of food stations upon conclusion shift
• Responsible for completion of opening and closing checklists during shift
• Responsible in assisting with training of new associates
• Maintain and empty grease bin and strainer basket each shift
• Promote and participate in brand wide initiatives
• Adherence to the attendance policy and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

  Secondary Requirements

• Provides exceptional Guest Service
• Bus and set tables, including condiments as needed
• Prepare room for events: set tables, linen cloth chaffing dishes, sternos, dishes, silverware, beverage station, as needed.
• Responsible for break down of beverage stations, and food stations upon conclusion of the event. Assist with break down of other event related items as needed (linen, chaffing dishes)
• Upon breakdown of event, responsible for bringing items (dishware, serve ware, glassware, utensils) to dish pit and assist with washing as needed
• Must be familiar with all menu items, their preparation and service procedure 
• Assist with transporting food and beverage items from kitchen to event space and placing in appropriate place on the buffet
• Ensure buffet and stationary platters remain replenished throughout duration of the event
• Serve guests food and drinks during event as required
• Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests
• Accommodate any needs for reasonable special requests
• Rearranges and installs furniture throughout building as needed and based on the client and events needs
• Follow directions as detailed from director of sales and/or food and beverage manager
• Complete Banquet Check List during every scheduled banquet shift
• Other duties as assigned

  Education And Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Safe Serving certification required

  Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of alcohol serving practices and standards
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally
• Team player
• Ability to exceed expectations of guests
• Detail-oriented

  Physical Demands

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks.
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds.
• Must be legal drinking age or older

  Benefits/ Perks 

  • Work today, get paid today, with Daily Pay! 
  • Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all team members starting day one! 
  • Multiple health insurance and life insurance options 
  • 401k plan + company match 
  • Paid time off for eligible team members 
  • Holiday pay/ paid holidays 
  • Pet insurance 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Discounted hotel rooms 
  • Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more! 

  *The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process. 

  *Collegiate Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.