Bartender

Wild Rivers•Irvine, CA

41d•$17 - $18

About The Position

The Bartender role is responsible for food and beverage front of house daily operations such as preparing and serving quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests while ensuring a warm, welcoming and exceptional experience. This role plays a key part in maintaining a clean, efficient and friendly bar environment, and requires superior guest service skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have a valid and current Orange County, California Food Handler’s Certification.
Must complete the California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training and have a valid and current Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) server ID number.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a guest-focused mindset.
Team-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and a positive, outgoing attitude.
Ability to handle guests checks accurately and responsibly.
Ability to read, understand and follow food and beverage recipes, safety procedures and written instructions.
Strong attention to detail and situational awareness, including monitoring guest behavior and alcohol consumption.
Effective memory recall for drink recipes, food and beverage pairings, product knowledge and guest preferences.
Constant walking, reaching, bending and grasping.
Ability to remain both stationary and in constant motion for extended periods (standing for most of the shift).
Ability to lift, push, pull or carry up to 40 pounds (e.g., cases of beverages, kegs, boxes, ice buckets, small wares).
Ability to use hands and arms for repetitive motions, including dispensing, stirring, pouring and stocking.
Ability to work in hot or cold environments depending on bar location (e.g., near heat lamps, freezers, coolers).
Fast-paced hospitality and service environment with frequent interaction with guests, noise and shifting priorities.
Exposure to cleaning solutions, operational equipment, glassware and sharp tools (e.g. box cutters, knives).
Schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours depending on business needs.
Work environment may include indoor/outdoor service areas with variable temperatures (e.g. extreme heat).

Nice To Haves

Prior bartender or hospitality experience in a restaurant, hotel or retail environment is strongly preferred.
Prior completion of the California Food and Beverage Allergen training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standardized recipes and guest preferences.
Greet guests warmly and promptly, take drink orders and provide a positive and engaging experience.
Accurately prepare guest checks, process payments and maintain card handling accuracy and integrity.
Stock and replenish inventory including ice, liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, disposables, paper goods, etc.
Set up/close down bar area during each shift, ensuring cleanliness, organization and functional equipment.
Maintain cleanliness of the bar unit(s), its countertops, tables, kegs, wells, carts and surrounding areas throughout the shift.
Monitor guest alcohol consumption to ensure responsible service and adherence to county and state regulations.
Complete closing duties, including cleaning, sanitizing, restocking, tip reporting and any checkout procedures.
Secure, verify and lock all products and equipment including alcohol, bar tools, coolers, cabinets and storage areas.
Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow and deliver outstanding overall guest service.
Follow all California health, safety, sanitation, food handler and alcohol-service standards and requirements.
Adhere to company policies and procedures in alignment with the Orange County Environmental Health standards.
Attend team meetings and required training sessions.
Complete paperwork including tip reporting, temperature logs, cleaning tasks and daily checklists.
Operate certain equipment including blenders, carbon dioxide units, walk-in fridges and confectionary warmers.
Communicate effectively with team members, leadership and management regarding guest needs and concerns.
Assist in maintaining inventory and reporting shortages or equipment needs.
Complete any Cabana Server job responsibilities, if necessary.
Support special events, promotions or themed service as scheduled.
Perform other duties or special projects assigned to support business needs.