Bartender - Full-time / Part-time

Property Description

Our $14 million dollar renovation is now complete! Come experience the Westin Chicago Northwest Hotel, perfectly situated in the beautiful grounds of Hamilton Lakes in Itasca. Unwind with impeccable service and superb comfort in our newly renovated guest rooms.

Located just outside of Schaumburg, the Westin Chicago Northwest is close to all the top things to do in the Chicago suburbs. Our gorgeous hotel, located in Itasca, is also just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago and 12 miles from O’Hare International Airport.

Job Description

The Westin Chicago Northwest is hiring a Full-Time Bartender. This position is for the PM and Weekend Shifts.

To provide friendly, attentive, and timely service to create an exceptional experience for all hotel guests.   

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: 

• Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant's standard drink recipes
• Provide prompt, professional and courteous service to patrons.
• Performs tableside food service as required.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work station.
• Cleans tables of all glasses, silver, china, etc. during the scheduled shift.
• Completes all assigned side work throughout the scheduled shift.
• Greets and continually monitors to ensure quality guest satisfaction.
• Informs supervisor of guest comments/complaints.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality guests' experience
• Take orders from guests and beverage orders from servers.
• Present drink menus, make specific recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks for bar patrons.
• Maintains bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make specific recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to bar supervisor.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
• Assists in the set-up and break-down of tables when business demands are high.
• Must wear required uniform. Must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. 
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Experience or equivalent education in the Hospitality/Sales industry preferred