Bartender - Homewood Suites Arlington

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental Hotel Groups, Marriott International, Hilton, and Best Western Hotels: along with The Watermark Hotel, The Hay-Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt. These properties are operated by a team of more than 1,000 enthusiastic hospitality professionals! 

The Colony House is looking for a Part-Time / On-Call Bartender to help create memorable experiences for our guests at Homewood Suites. If you have a passion for hospitality, enjoy connecting with people, and thrive in a welcoming, guest-focused environment, we'd love to meet you. In this role, you'll serve beverages with professionalism and enthusiasm while helping create an inviting atmosphere where guests can relax and unwind. You'll play an important part in delivering the exceptional service and hospitality that guests have come to expect from B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group. Join a team that values great service, teamwork, and creating outstanding guest experiences every day.

Responsibilities:

Guest Service/Point of Sale: Greets all guests in a courteous and friendly manner. Accurately and quickly takes, prepares and delivers beverage orders according to standards. Responds to guests needs and provides the highest level of quality service. Effectively operates micros operating system and cash register. Follows all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group and brand cash handling/POS procedures to ensure accurate closing of all guest checks. 

Bartender Duties: Dispenses appropriate levels of alcohol; prepares drinks to recipe and B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group /brand standards. Responsible for proper use of all equipment and adheres to cost controls to reduce expenses and waste. Consistently checks guests’ identification and monitors guest’s consumption of alcoholic beverages to ensure compliance with state and local liquor laws. Assists other associates as needed to ensure guest needs are met.

Bussing/Cleaning: Responsible for disposal of garbage, picking up trays, re-stocking barware, and clearing/wiping down bar. Transfers dirty glassware to the dish room, and polishes clean glassware.

Paperwork: Completes all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner. Completes beginning and end of shift inventory, and other responsibilities as needed.

Safety/Risk Management: Maintains a clean and safe work area, and handles all beverage/food in compliance with B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group / brand, local, state and federal regulations. Responsible for maintaining sanitation and cleanliness of the bar and storeroom. Follow all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group /brand procedures for guest/associate incidents. Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures. 

Self /Workload Management: Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties. Adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group /brand grooming and appearance standards, and general work rules and department procedures. Attends all required department and hotel meetings and adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group attendance policy.

Miscellaneous/Other Duties: Completes all required side work, and takes initiative to jump in wherever necessary. Works as a team player and actively contributes to the success of the guest experience. 

Required Skills and Experience:

Must have flexible availability.

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

TIPS or CARE beverage service certification desired, or the ability to obtain certification is required.

Must have one or more years of previous bartending experience or Bartender certification.

Must have demonstrated exemplary customer service, attention to detail, and ability to perform job duties in a repetitious and fast paced environment.

Must have the ability to speak, understand, and write English in order to meet guest’s needs and complete required paperwork.

Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout shift, and up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.

Requires ability to complete physically demanding responsibilities such as walking, standing, carrying, and moving about the property continuously throughout the shift.

The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of B. F. Saul Company & Affiliates total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more. 

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled