Bartender (4576)

Ahern Family of Companies•Las Vegas, NV

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender provides exceptional service to guests in bars and lounge areas by preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests and associates. The role involves preparing standardized drinks with the correct portions and ingredients, making mixed drinks with appropriate garnishes, maintaining cash, and following sanitation requirements. Bartenders maintain detailed knowledge of drinks, menu items, glassware, garnishes, wines, outlet procedures, and equipment. They serve guests according to departmental standards, anticipate and respond to guest needs, and comply with state liquor laws and cash-handling policies. The position requires working effectively in a fast-paced environment under pressure while maintaining physical stamina and a professional attitude. Other job-related duties may be assigned as requested.

Requirements

Three years of minimum experience in the field; bar service experience is preferred.
Positive attitude and good work ethic.
Ability to speak with others using clear and professional language.
Excellent customer service skills.
Cash-handling experience.
Ability to operate a Point of Sales (POS) system.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to obtain a Health Card from the Southern Nevada Health District and an Alcohol Awareness Card.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing and walking regularly; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly, 25 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

Bar service experience.

Responsibilities

Complete the Opening Bartender Checklist.
Maintain knowledge of designated glassware and garnishes for each drink.
Serve guests in accordance with departmental standards; anticipate guest needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge guests.
Maintain knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, beers, mixology recipes, non-alcoholic selections, and wines and champagne offered by the glass and on the wine list.
Comply with state liquor laws, especially laws prohibiting service to minors and intoxicated persons.
Maintain knowledge of table, seat, and station numbers; table setups; room capacity; hours of operation; menus; price range; and dress code for the assigned outlet.
Use and maintain equipment correctly and only as intended.
Inspect the cleanliness and condition of the assigned station and service areas and correct deficiencies.
Follow cash-handling and credit policies and procedures.
Complete the Closing Bartender Checklist.
Work effectively with guests, management, associates, and outside contacts in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, and while meeting deadlines.
Perform other job-related duties as requested.
Comply with brand and hygiene policies.