Bartender(Spire) - InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

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About us
Do you see yourself as an bartender? What's your passion? Whether you're into sports, shopping or spending time with your pet, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.
Your day to day
FINANCIAL RETURNS- Greet guests pleasantly as they approach the bar; promote house drinks and utilize up-selling skills to maximize revenues.- Obtain, count and secure bartender’s bank; receive cash and credit payments from customers; give accurate change and balance cash drawer at end of shift.PEOPLE- Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. GUEST EXPERIENCE- Prepare beverages requested by customers. Adhere to established pouring standards and drink recipes to provide a consistent product to the guests and to control costs. Coordinate food service with restaurant(s) for bar/lounge guests if applicable. - Monitor guest behavior and guest alcohol consumption to determine when alcohol service to the guest should cease; notify management of incidents involving excessive alcohol consumption or impaired condition of customers; check identification whenever the age of a guest requesting an alcoholic beverage service is questionable.
What we need from you
Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments. Formal bartending training preferred. Must meet state legal age requirements. Must speak fluent English. This job requires the ability to perform the following:- Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds (bar ware, carts, boxes, bottles, etc)- Moving about the bar, lounge and kitchen- Bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting Other:- Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, wait staff, cooks, and supervisor.- Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.- Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, describing cocktail items, completing paperwork, etc.- Basic math skills are frequently used when handling cash and credit.- May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
What we offer
In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which can include healthcare and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, and a matched 401(k) program. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.So what's your passion? Please click "Apply Online" and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG.IHG is an equal opportunity employer Minorities / Females / Disabilities / Veterans