Hotel Bartender

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Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.

Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

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The Houston Marriott Westchase is one of the largest full-service Marriott hotels in Houston. We offer over 604 renovated guest rooms and more than 40,000 square feet of event space, including the 10,000-square foot Grand Ballroom, two boardrooms and 18 additional meeting rooms. Come join our elite staff of committed hospitality industry professionals and help us deliver best-in-class guest experiences. We are conveniently located off of Beltway 8 and Westheimer. Our friendly and positive atmosphere makes us an ideal place for guests — as well as employees! Find out today what a career at the Houston Marriott Westchase with Pyramid Hotel Group can mean for you!

Marriott Westchase Hotel is looking for a Full-Time PM Bartender

About Us: About Us: At Pyramid Global Hospitality, we believe in the power of our team members. We value, support, and recognize the unique contributions of each individual. By fostering a culture of growth and belonging, we are committed to our team members to excel.

Position Summary: The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of beverages to guests in the hotel lobby bar or restaurant, in an efficient and professional manner, while providing exceptional guest service following the brand’s high standards. This role requires a passion for mixology and the ability to easily engage with guests to create elevated and unique experiences.

Scheduling: This is a Full-Time position that will include various days of the week, including weekdays, weekends and holidays, working 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM, with the flexibility to stay later for special events up to 2:00 AM. Schedules change weekly based on business demands.

Specifically, in your role as the Bartender your primary responsibilities are the following:

• Mix and serve drinks according to established recipes and guest preferences, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Provide excellent customer service by engaging with guests, taking drink orders, and making recommendations for food and drinks.
• Promptly clear bar after guests have finished and prepare for next guest, ensuring a clean and inviting environment for incoming guests.
• Set up bar following established standards, including liquor, inspecting glassware for cleanliness and in proper condition, and completing opening procedures checklist.
• Monitor inventory levels of bar supplies and assist leadership in ordering and restocking as needed.
• Ensure compliance with TABC regulations and responsible service practices, including checking IDs and monitoring guest consumption.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lobby bar, including washing glassware and utensils as necessary.
• Perform opening and closing duties and required side-work for role.
• Memorize table numbers and seat numbers of the lobby bar.
• Maintain expected high standards for uniform and personal appearance.
• Participate in daily routine, detailed lobby bar clean-up and maintenance tasks.
• Assist with beverage service during special events and banquets as needed.

This list is not all inclusive, additional job functions will be shared during interviews.

Supportive Functions : The hotel functions seven (7) days a week and twenty-four (24) hours per day. Due to the seasonal nature and business hours of a hotel, candidates must realize it may be necessary to move an employee from their accustomed shift to meet business demands. All associates are expected to perform any other duties as requested by management to support other departments and/or operational requirements.

Opportunity for Growth : This position offers exciting opportunities for career growth for those looking for a path to hospitality management within our organization!

Our Culture : Empowered to Make a Difference! At Pyramid Global, we value, support, and recognize the unique contributions of each team member. Our culture fosters growth and collaboration, encouraging excellence and exploration in every role. We focus on delivering personalized, memorable experiences for our associates, guests, and communities.

Our Values: People First, Integrity, Excellence

• People First: A talented, diverse, and passionate team working together with respect.
• Integrity: Honesty and accountability to ourselves and colleagues.
• Excellence: Surpassing expectations through dedication and innovation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of mixology and beverage service, with ability to quickly recall drink recipes and guest preferences.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate in the English language with guest and restaurant staff.
• Ability to work well in a team under pressure and handle a fast-paced environment with professionalism.
• Able to easily adapt to unexpected changes and prioritize tasks effectively during busy periods.
• Ability to handle and count cash and process payments accurately.
• Moves liquor, equipment, carts, and tubs weighing up to 25 lbs. regularly.
• Moves through-out lobby bar, restaurant and kitchen areas, including frequent and repeated climbing up and down stairs, for duration of shift.
• Capable of remaining in a standing position, either stationary or walking, for duration of shift.
• Capable of frequent and repeated lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, and extending arms fully.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, such as shaking and mixing drinks with both hands.
• Attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to observe and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations and company guidelines for food handling, cross-contamination protocols, and sanitation.
• Able to work in a busy restaurant environment, including exposure to various noise levels, alcohol, hot surfaces and large crowds.

Professional Licenses/Certifications:

• Food Handler Certification and TABC Certification are required.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of bartending experience in a high-volume establishment.
• Experience as a bartender in a full-service hotel environment is preferred.

Grooming/Uniforms:

• All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.
• Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you as a part of the orientation process.

Excellent Benefits!

Joining Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of enticing benefits, including but not limited to:

• Exclusive Marriott and Pyramid Global Hospitality hotel discounts worldwide at our award-winning hotels.
• Mental wellbeing support for you and your loved ones
• 401k after 90 days, with a company match to 6%
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Generous paid time off
• Professional guidance and support
• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Pet insurance for your furry companions
• Skill-enhancing job training
• Company-paid and Optional Life and Accidental Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

If you are passionate about working in a collaborative team environment with a chance to grow your hospitality career, we invite you to apply for the Bartender position at Pyramid Global Hospitality. Join us and be a part of our journey to make hospitality better!

Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel and Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.