Bartender

Located in prestigious Rittenhouse Square, the AAA rated 4-diamond Sofitel – Philadelphia, boasts 306 beautifully appointed guestrooms, featuring Lanvin amenities, dream bedding and a luxurious atmosphere.  We will be your personal culinary connoisseurs, offering our classic, French inspired menu, made from the freshest ingredients harvested directly from our rooftop garden.  Enjoy our signature hand-crafted cocktails in Liberté Lounge, the “in-place” to gather and mingle for Philly’s finest clientele.

Our team of highly trained Ambassadors are at your service, ready to provide a magnifique and memorable experience.

Joie de Vivre is in our DNA, and we are seeking like-minded individuals to join our team!

“Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!
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What will you be doing:

• Showcasing your unique personality and skills, you will engage with guests to create a memorable dining experience!
• You will be responsible for welcoming guests in our urban chic lounge Liberté, explaining the menu and taking food and beverage orders.
• You will serve food and beverages according to Sofitel and AAA 4 Diamond standards maintaining current knowledge of all menu offerings, to include ingredients, preparation method, and presentation.
• You will be in charge of setting up and breaking down the Liberte` Lounge during your assigned shift.

Your skills and qualifications: 

• Qualified candidate will be personable, articulate and have at least 2 year of previous bartending experience in an upscale, high end restaurant or 4 diamond hotel and 1 year of previous serving experience.
• Knowledge of Silverware is a plus, or two years’ experience with a comparable restaurant software system.
• Candidate should have experience in opening and closing shifts, table service, wine service, knowledge of food and wine pairing, knowledge of high-end liquors and aperitifs and experience with a high end bar menu.
• Qualified candidate will be pleasant, well spoken, gracious and willing to go above and beyond to ensure guest satisfaction.

Your team and working environment: 

• Be part of an influential team to guide the transformation of luxury, French hospitality.
• We recognize and celebrate team and individual successes.
• We are a brand influenced by French indulgence offering a genuine experience of art de vivre for both employees and guests.