The Marriott Savannah Riverfront has an immediate opening for a Bartender / Cocktail Server.
Job Summary
Join our vibrant hospitality team as a Bartender / Cocktail Server during the PM shift, where your energy and hospitality skills will create memorable experiences for our guests. In this role, you will craft innovative cocktails, serve beverages with enthusiasm, and ensure every guest feels welcomed and valued. Your expertise in food and beverage service, combined with your ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, will contribute to a lively and engaging atmosphere. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your customer service talents while working in a dynamic nightlife or fine dining environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve a variety of cocktails, beverages, and non-alcoholic drinks with precision and flair, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.
- Take orders accurately using POS systems or Micros POS, ensuring swift and friendly service.
- Manage multiple tables or bar stations efficiently through excellent time management skills, maintaining a smooth flow of service during busy hours.
- Engage with guests to provide exceptional customer service, answer questions about drinks or menu items, and promote specials or promotions.
- Handle cash and credit transactions accurately, including cash handling and cashiering duties, while adhering to food safety and responsible serving practices.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including food handling safety protocols and proper food safety procedures.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure a safe environment in a nightclub or banquet setting, supporting catering events or retail beverage sales as needed.
Experience
- Previous experience in food service or hospitality roles, particularly in fine dining, nightclub, or banquet environments.
- Familiarity with POS systems or Micros POS is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of alcohol service laws, food safety standards, and responsible beverage service practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively during busy shifts while maintaining high-quality customer interactions.
- Experience with retail math, basic math skills for cash handling, and sales techniques to upsell beverages confidently.
- Knowledge of the food industry’s best practices in food handling, brewing processes, catering services, and food safety protocols is advantageous.
- Excellent customer service skills with a friendly attitude; previous experience serving diverse clientele is a plus. Embrace this opportunity to energize our guests’ evenings while honing your bartending expertise! We’re dedicated to supporting your growth in the hospitality industry by providing a lively work environment where your skills shine.
This position will be from 3pm to close.
We offer an excellent benefits package and worldwide Marriott perks.
We are an EOE
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person