Company Overview:

Proper Hospitality is an international hospitality company that designs, brands and operates bespoke properties and experiences. Our eponymously-named Proper Hotels are located in emerging urban innovation districts within the most exciting U.S. cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, and Austin. Each Proper Hotel is a unique reflection of the vibrant community around it, and shares the same excellence in service, convenience of location, and world-class amenities provided by its local networks of co-conspirators – innovators in food, beverage, technology, art, music, fashion and wellness.

Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn’t proper. We are seeking out the “best of the best” from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.

What follows is a general overview of some of the qualifications for, and duties associated with, this position, and certain expectations regarding job performance. This is not a comprehensive job description, and it does not identify all essential job functions or duties associated with this position. It is being provided as additional information to help you better understand the position.

 

Job Overview:

Must love hospitality!

Proper Hospitality is looking for an experienced and creative bartender with exceptional bartending skills. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to provide an excellent guest drinking experience. The successful candidate will be able to mix and match ingredients in order to create classic and innovative drinks in accordance with customer's’ needs and expectations. A thorough knowledge of mixology, wines, liquor and cocktails is required. Applicants need to be gracious, friendly and be able to multitask in a high-volume environment and focus on exceeding guest expectations. Must have a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Opening and closing the bar
• Full bar service including wine and beer
• Making drinks in a quick and efficient manner
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Plan and present bar menu
• Check customers’ identification and confirm they’re of legal drinking age
• Maintain bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations
• Full knowledge of all menus, products, ingredients and specials.
• Ensures guests are greeted on a timely manner and orders are executed on a timely and efficient manner.
• Offer quality service at all times
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness of bar
• Perform side work as assigned
• Prepare service station for service
• Maintain complete knowledge of seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation and proper bar set ups
• Listen to, and promptly act to resolve, guest issues and requests
• Achieve maximum customer satisfaction

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• 2+ years experience as a bartender
• Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of a second language will be considered a plus
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
• Relevant training certificate(s)
• Must be service oriented
• Must be a team player
• Knowledge of the practices within the Food & Beverage/Hospitality profession

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 25lbs
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

 

Qualification Standards:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent education preferred
• Experience:  Over 2 years previous experience in a similar position preferred
• Licenses or Certificates:  
  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification is a prerequisite for this role.
  • California Responsible Beverage Service Training & Certification is a prerequisite for this role.

Per San Francisco City Ordinance, candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to be considered for this position. 

Proper Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.