Bartender, National Geographic Quest & Venture

Lindblad Expeditions•Seattle, WA

1d•$160 - $170

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for all aspects of service and sales of the bar and guest lounge area & dining room wine service. Candidates must be genuinely prepared for sustained physical demand in a remote, at-sea environment before applying. WORK SCHEDULE Bartenders work an average of 12 hours per day, every day, with no days off throughout your 8-week rotation onboard. LIVING CONDITIONS Crew quarters are compact and shared â you will bunk with one or two roommates for the full duration of your rotation, with minimal personal space. The vessel operates in remote locations with limited or no port access between expeditions, so cell service and internet may be unavailable for extended periods. You must bring a sufficient supply of any prescription medications, as refills cannot be obtained while underway. This lifestyle suits people who are adaptable, self-sufficient, and genuinely energized by close-knit team environments and remote travel. If those conditions sound like a challenge rather than an adventure, this may not be the right fit. PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is a physically demanding role performed in a moving marine environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb steep interior stairs repeatedly throughout a 12-hour shift â including during periods of significant vessel motion. The employee must regularly lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Work rotates continuously across cabin cleaning, dishwashing, laundry, and food service, often without extended breaks. Work is performed in confined spaces and high-humidity environments including the galley.

Requirements

Practical bartending experience required.
Good verbal communication skills.
Good customer service skills; professional demeanor, ability to use necessary levels of tact and courtesy.
Detail oriented and thorough; able to follow through on assigned tasks.
Ability to work independently using initiative and creativity to complete assigned tasks.
Strong time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and be flexible.
Work well under pressure.
Ability to get along well with co-workers and support a team environment.
STCW Basic Safety Training required.
STCW Crowd Management required.
STCW Maritime Security Awareness required.
USCG Medical Certificate required.
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
Alcohol Server Training (OLCC) required.
TWIC required.

Responsibilities

Mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to everyone on board, following Alaska, Washington, and Oregon Liquor License requirements.
Effectively maintains all record keeping of individual bar bills, balancing and preparing same for collection at end of voyage.
Increases sales by means of daily drink specials, and upselling, which may include an assortment of after-dinner liqueurs, coffee, and hot chocolate presented on deck, etc.
During lunch and dinner, provides wine recommendations and service in the dining room, with assistance from steward staff.
Contribute to the guestsâ experience by participating in events, both on and off the vessel.
Display effective communication and teamwork on a daily basis with bartender colleague/counterpart.
Sets up Global Market items several times during a voyage for guest sales, assists in maintaining Global Market inventory, organization, and enters sales.
Keeps lounge and bar area clean which includes regular vacuuming, windows, dusting, polishing brass, oiling teak, and other detailing projects as requested by HM. Also responsible for ensuring the lounge is in compliance with all CDC and Health Canada Vessel Sanitation Programs.
Restocks and organizes bar: maintaining inventory, monitoring breakage, and keeping track of sales, pricing, and stock requirements. Works with Hotel Manager to order bonded stores, as well as organize them and follow proper rotation practices.
Provide a well-communicated handover to incoming bartenders. This includes an organized bonded storeroom and wine inventory, communication needs and program updates, clean lounge, and bar area.
A member of the medical team.
Participates in onboard safety training, meetings, and drills, as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding, and medical emergencies.
Participates in shoreside training as required by the company.
Familiar with the ISM codes and requirements.
Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System and Emergency Station Billet duties.
Performs any duties as required by the Hotel Manager. Including loading and offloading materials, to and from the vessel
The Bartender must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Serves as a team player.