Bartender
About The Position
The Bartender welcomes customers, identifies their beverage preferences, makes recommendations, and takes and fulfills drink orders. The role includes planning drink menus, sharing information about new beverages and specials, preparing and serving drinks, and developing new cocktail recipes. Bartenders also check identification, manage inventory and supplies, process payments, and maintain clean work and dining areas while following food safety and quality regulations. This position is described as a high-responsibility opportunity for people seeking to contribute ideas and help shape a growing company. The role has regular exposure to ownership and influence over operational practices, company culture, and service standards. It reports directly to the General and Assistant Managers.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Meet the state minimum age to serve alcohol.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Positive, engaging personality and professional appearance.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong task and time management abilities.
- Attention to detail and understanding of drink-mixing tools and techniques.
- Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Additional education, training, certificates, or experience may be required.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers, determine beverage preferences, make recommendations, and take drink orders.
- Plan drink menus and inform customers about new beverages and specials.
- Select and mix ingredients, garnish glasses, and serve beverages.
- Check identification to ensure customers are of legal age to purchase alcohol.
- Take inventory and order supplies to keep the bar and tables stocked.
- Follow food safety and quality regulations.
- Handle cash, credit, and debit transactions; ensure charges are accurate, return correct change, and balance the cash register.
- Maintain clean work and dining areas by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment.
- Develop new cocktail recipes.
- Contribute ideas and decisions related to operational practices, company culture, and service standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
