Bartender (F&B, Resort) in Irvington, Virginia at the Tides Inn
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Job Description
- Regular and Reliable Attendance is an essential function of this role.
- Provide warm, attentive, and intuitive service aligned with Forbes 5-Star standards. Build genuine guest connections while delivering a polished bar experience. Maintain an inviting bar atmosphere through hospitality, conversation, and professionalism.
- Execute cocktails with precision, consistency, and artistry across two dining outlets and banquet bars. Contribute to the creation and execution of four seasonal cocktail menus with beverage leadership. Maintain strong mise en place, batch production, ingredient preparation, and garnish presentation standards. Demonstrate strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and mixology techniques.
- Work in two full-service restaurants and support banquet bars for events up to 200 guests. Ensure smooth transitions between restaurant service, high-volume events, and specialty beverage experiences. Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of bar areas. Participate in BEO meetings and ensure bar activations align with contracts. Assist with setup and breakdown for banquet bars, specialty events, and seasonal experiences.
- Responsible Stewardship & Inventory Management
- Complete accurate end-of-month inventory. Assist with product ordering and par levels aligned with cost control and sustainability goals. Maintain care of equipment, tools, and ingredients with a focus on quality and responsible sourcing. Collaborate with the farm team to source garnishments for the cocktail program.
- Teamwork & Communication
- Collaborate with front-of-house, culinary, and event teams to ensure seamless service. Communicate effectively during pre-shift meetings, event briefings, and menu rollouts. Support a positive team culture through professionalism, cooperation, and kindness. Exemplify The Tides Inn Mission and Values. Perform other duties as assigned.
NOTE TO APPLICANTS: As a luxury hospitality destination operating 24/7, our resort requires team members who can offer flexibility in their schedules. Most roles involve working a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure an exceptional guest experience.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time qualifying roles designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a Health Savings Account (HSA); fitness and wellness programs; disability insurance; basic and voluntary life insurance; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); a hearing discount program; and more. Our total rewards package is built to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
The Tides Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.