Bartender - May River Grill

Palmetto Bluff Investments • Bluffton, SC

16d

About The Position

The Bartender at May River Grill interacts directly with guests, takes orders, prepares cocktails according to company service standards, and works to ensure guest satisfaction. The role includes maintaining an issued cash bank throughout each shift and promoting the bartender and establishment through social media outreach and staff outings. The position supports the company’s goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values as an active business partner.

The bartender follows the venue’s food and beverage service sequence, demonstrates knowledge of beverages and menu items, maintains a clean and orderly bar, anticipates and responds to guest needs, and cares for bar equipment and supplies. The role also requires teamwork and effective communication with management and service staff. Physical duties include standing and walking for extended periods, handling equipment and glassware, and lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Three years of restaurant experience and/or two years of bartending experience in a similar establishment.
• Extensive knowledge of spirits, wine, and food.
• Good attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to read and write English proficiently.
• Basic math skills and ability to use a calculator.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess Tips and Food Handlers cards.
• Must obtain or hold a valid South Carolina-approved Alcohol Server Training Certificate; the company reimburses the cost.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to perform tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment, as well as delicate china and glassware, weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk without assistance on various surfaces for an extended period.
• Manual dexterity and ability to grasp, write, stand, sit, walk, perform repetitive motions, bend, and climb.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Food & Beverage sequence of service and procedures standardized by venue managers and chefs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and menu items, use appropriate selling techniques, and deliver service while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the bar.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond appropriately with a sense of urgency.
• Clean equipment, tools, and supplies; maintain equipment in good working order; and follow company, division, department, and County health department procedures and policies.
• Work as a team and communicate effectively with management, bartenders, and service staff to address guest and associate needs.
• Interact with guests, take orders, prepare cocktails according to company service standards, and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintain an issued cash bank throughout each shift.
• Promote the bartender and establishment through social media outreach and staff outings.

Benefits

• Employer contribution toward medical, dental, and vision coverage, beginning on the first day of the month following hire.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Paid life and disability coverage.
• Company reimbursement for the required South Carolina-approved Alcohol Server Training Certificate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed