Tiki Bartender

From classic stirred cocktails to seasonal creations, pour drinks and build community! Our lakeside restaurant, the Tiki Bar, is a lively outdoor bar, with a poolside, overlooking surrounding mountains and Whitefish Lake. All employees receive perks of $50 rooms at any of our properties, and discount rates at our spa, restaurant, and retail.

 The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, one of Montana's AAA Four Diamond resorts, is seeking Tiki Bartenders to work with our Food & Beverage Team $15 hourly + Tips.

OUR COMPANY

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, an Averill Hospitality Resort, is Montana's premier lakefront, leisure and outdoor activity destination. The Lodge is a 4-star hotel located only 5 minutes from downtown Whitefish and 10 minutes from Whitefish Ski Resort. Our customer experience focuses on authentic Montana hospitality that creates lasting memories. The Hotel is one of several family-owned businesses under Averill Hospitality.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND POSITION PURPOSE:

The Tiki Bartender role is to create the finest experiences for our guests, provide exceptional service and product, create a connection with guests and coworkers to build an environment of warmth, energy, teamwork and professionalism.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a professional image.
• Maintain professional working relationships.
• Collect payment for food and beverage services.
• Follow company cash handling and accounting procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Maintain excellent product knowledge, including the ability to recommend and guide guests in selecting beverage and food items.
• Must be able to memorize all cocktail recipes and make a consistent drink in line with company standards.
• Accurately measure liquor, beer, and wine pours.
• Provide beverage service to guests and servers in timely manner.
• Must be able to maintain composure and effectiveness in a busy, fast paced bar environment.
• Notify manager of unhappy or unruly guest Perform all opening, side work, and closing duties accurately and completely.
• Maintain a clean workspace.
• Assist managers and chefs as directed.
• Understand proper food storage and sanitation procedures.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

Requirements:

• Must be organized and detailed oriented.
• Must be punctual and arrive at work on time and in accordance with posted schedule.
• Must have POS system competency.
• Must have current Montana TIPS certification.
• Ability to carry a tray of food and/or drinks through a busy dining space.
• Able to hear guest orders and needs amidst loud background noise.
• Should have strong multitasking abilities in a busy work environment.
• Learn and maintain full knowledge of menu items.
• Follows and responds to management instructions and directions.
• Must be a team player and balance team and individual responsibilities.
• Desire to provide phenomenal guest experiences, a passion for quality, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to develop relationships and foster cooperation.
• Maintain expected levels of appearance and hygiene consistent with Averill Hospitality standards. Should come to work every day neat, clean, and well-groomed.

EDUCATION

• Preference for a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Computer and point of sales skills required.

EXPERIENCE/ LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

·         2+ years of experience.

·         TIPS and Food Handler Certifications required.

SCHEDULE AND BENEFITS:

The Bartender’s schedule can be flexible with part- and full-time opportunities. Working evenings, weekends and holidays may be required.

Averill Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, part of Averill Hospitality, offers full time, year-round employment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, insurance, 401(k) match, and company discounts at Averill Hospitality properties.