Lead Bartender – The Smith Tower – Columbia Hospitality Inc – Seattle, WA

Lead Bartender

Does your creativity match our views? Looking for a Lead Bartender to help create drink menus and lead the team at the bar with the best views in Seattle!

THE ‘OMG!’ CULTURE

Own the Values. Make it Fun. Get it Done.

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is a Seattle-based hospitality management and consulting company with over 20 years of experience, featuring a portfolio of award-winning hotels, conference centers, private and public golf facilities, residential and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been continuously recognized as a Best Company to Work for in Washington. Seattle Business magazine recognizes 100 companies in the state for their commitment to creating a positive work environment for employees, and for setting the standard for leadership in the community.

We bring people together. We inspire and empower our team to create exceptional experiences for our guests and phenomenal results for our property owners.

THE BRASS TACKS

• Prepares and serves drinks to guests in accordance with established standards. Ensures standard measures are utilized when mixing and pouring drinks.

• Maintains current knowledge of drink recipes, service techniques and bar terminology.

• Processes guest payments, using proper accounting and cash handling procedures.

• Keeps accurate logs of inventory and consumption.

• Maintains par levels of all necessary food related service items.

• Sets up, re-stocks, maintains, cleans and breaks down bar areas.

• Ensures attractive, consistent presentation of beverages.

• Provides timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest and team member requests.

• Keeps work area clean and organized.

• Adheres to and maintains standards for guest interactions, personal grooming, sanitation, and safe food handling.

• Follows all safety procedures. Reports all unsafe conditions immediately. Ensures all equipment is used only as intended.

• Complies with applicable laws and regulations regarding the serving and consumption of alcohol.

• Conducts training on job standards and areas of responsibility as needed.

THE NITTY GRITTY

• At least one year of related education, training and/or experience.

• Ability to perform essential functions on the computerized Point of Sale system.

• Working knowledge and ability to mix and serve a wide variety of drinks.

• Working knowledge of the proper operation of all bar equipment.

• Working knowledge of applicable liquor laws and regulations.

• Working knowledge of standard cash handling procedures.

• State Food Handler’s License, State Mixologist license

THE PERKS

*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

• Values Based Culture

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Coverage with Significant Columbia Contribution

• Company Contributed HSA/FSA Plan

• Company Sponsored Life Insurance Policies

• Employee Assistance Program

• PTO Plan

• 401K Match

• Team Member Outings

• Diverse Work Group

• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities

• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Inclusion)

• Upward Mobility Potential

• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail

• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)

• Online Learning Platform

• Access to the Onsite Fitness Center

THE FINE PRINT

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Inclusion | Enthusiasm | Accountability | Respect | Creativity | Honesty