Restaurant Bartender
About The Position
The Bartender prepares beverages for all guests and servers in a quick, courteous, and efficient manner. This role reports directly to the General Manager. The position requires basic reading, writing, and math skills, along with specialized knowledge of bartending and mixing drinks. Certification as required by state or local laws is necessary, and candidates must meet legal age requirements. Extensive knowledge of mixology, cash handling procedures, and ABC regulations for state and local offices are required. A strong customer service aptitude and interpersonal communication skills are essential. Physical requirements include standing, carrying 30-75 lbs, walking, lifting, reaching overhead, pushing, bending, and the ability to climb a ladder.
Requirements
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
- Specialized knowledge of bartending and mixing drinks.
- Certification as required by state or local laws.
- Must meet legal age requirements of state.
- Extensive knowledge of mixology.
- Cash handling procedure experience.
- Knowledge of ABC regulations for state and local offices.
- Customer service aptitude.
- Interpersonal communication skills.
- Reliable transportation.
- Weekend availability.
- Standing.
- Carrying 30-75 lbs.
- Walking.
- Lifting.
- Reaching overhead.
- Pushing.
- Bending.
- Able to climb a ladder.
Responsibilities
- Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
- Learn the names and personally recognize regular guests.
- Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
- Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
- Wash and sterilize glassware.
- Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks, appetizers for bar patrons.
- Maintain bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
- Clear and reset tables in bar area.
- Present drink menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
- Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
- Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
- Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
- Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
- Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401K Investment
- Referral Bonus
- Associate Development Plan Opportunities
- Internal Promotion Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, FSA and HSA Account options available to Full-Time associates
- Restaurant Discounts/Perks Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
