About this Kitchen+Bar - Lead Bartender role at Drury Hotels
Property Location:
Drury Plaza Hotel - 145 North 44th Street , Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864You belong at Drury Hotels.
Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
So. Much. More.
Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.
Incentives - Quarterly bonus opportunity of up to $3,200 annually (bonus is separate from base salary)
Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights
Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year
Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program
Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)
Award-winning - Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025
Drury Hotels strives to offer a competitive compensation at the market median, as well as a comprehensive benefits offering which includes paid time off, and optional medical, dental, vision, short term disability, and life insurance plans. This role is eligible for a discretionary quarterly “+1 Service” bonus.
Summary: Under general supervision, this position opens and closes the hotel Kitchen+Bar following Company policies and procedures. This position is responsible for maintaining the food prep and hotel bar area in a clean, well-organized manner while serving and assisting guests. It is important that this team member present a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Drury culture with customers and fellow team members. Has general knowledge of the hotel, area, and events to answer questions.
Required Qualifications:
Must be 21 years old or older.
One experience bartending required. Two or more years of bartender and supervisory experience preferred.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of two years of college preferred.
Ability to take written and verbal direction in English and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to mix and serve a wide variety of drinks in a fast-paced environment.
Perform duties of bartender, prep cook, and cocktail server or other positions as needed.
Requires ability to obtain and maintain all appropriate certifications per Company requirements.
Ability to handle money, make change and utilize office machines in normal day-to-day activities.
Ability to operate machines and equipment used, including but not limited to, cash register, POS software, dishwashers, kitchen equipment, etc.
Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism including bar guests and when leading other team members.
Ability to open and close bar, obtain all supplies necessary for mixing cocktails, and clean and maintain areas for which responsible.
Ability to distinguish between different denominations of currency and make appropriate change.
Rise. Shine. Work Happy.
Hiring Immediately!
The pay range is
$14.00 - $24.00The starting wage may be above the minimum rate, based on relevant experience, skills, and education.
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.
