Bartender

LEV RESTAURANT GROUP•Las Vegas, NV

27d•$12 - $12•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender prepares, serves, and mixes classic and innovative alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in response to guests’ needs and expectations. The role provides friendly, attentive, and timely service to create an exceptional guest experience. Bartenders take beverage orders, recommend drinks, answer questions, process payments, maintain bar cleanliness and inventory, and follow health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21 years.
Minimum of 2 years of food and beverage service and/or related food and beverage experience.
Excellent knowledge of serving techniques, standard cocktails, and fine wines.
Excellent knowledge of beer, wine, liquor, and common drink recipes.
Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment.
Strong guest service skills.
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Positive attitude and professional presentation.
Basic math skills and ability to handle money and operate a cash register and POS system.
Sheriff’s card and/or required work cards.
Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly and stand for prolonged periods, potentially for an entire shift.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds; heavier lifting must be done with assistance.
Wrist flexibility for scooping, twisting, pushing, pulling, lifting, and bending.
Ability to read and visually verify information in a variety of formats, including small print, and visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines.
Ability to move quickly, turn from side to side, and reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
Ability to be mobile in a walk-in refrigerator and freezer with temperatures ranging from 40°F to -10°F.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Responsibilities

Maintain positive guest interactions while accurately mixing and serving beverages to guests and servers in a friendly and efficient manner.
Take beverage orders from guests.
Accept guest payments and process credit card charges.
Use POS systems for transactions.
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with standard recipes.
Peel, slice, and pit fruit for drink garnishes.
Comply with health, safety, and hygiene standards and policies.
Balance the cash register at the start and close of each shift.
Present drink menus, make recommendations, and answer questions regarding beverages.
Maintain cleanliness throughout the bar, including floors, counters, sinks, utensils, and shelves.
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
Maintain bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and beverage promotion.