Bartender- PT- Vinyl Room
About The Position
The Bartender at Vinyl Room welcomes members, Live Nation executives, and VIP guests while delivering upscale dining service. The role requires knowledge of mixology, beverage trends, food and beverage pairings, and standard recipes, as well as the ability to make recommendations and promote menu items. Bartenders provide prompt, friendly service and foster repeat business while maintaining responsible alcohol service and guest safety. The position also handles bar operations, including ordering and serving, point-of-sale transactions, cash procedures, opening and closing duties, maintaining logs and controls, and following venue safety and sanitation policies. The role works in a fast-paced, often loud and stressful environment and requires prolonged standing and the ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Requirements
- Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or equivalent, as required by the state or county.
- At least 2 years of bartending experience in an upscale dining and nightlife establishment.
- Ability to upsell and offer food and drink suggestions.
- Articulate vocabulary and ability to adapt and socialize with the current audience.
- Exemplary and professional grooming standards.
- Flexible schedule and ability to work late hours and nights.
- Cash-handling experience.
- Strong working knowledge of beverages.
- Physical ability to pass a pour test and timed mixology drill.
- Ability to handle intoxicated guests positively and with a focus on safety.
- Interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
- Tolerance of all cultures, music, and art forms.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of work experience in a high-volume environment.
- Experience recognizing valid identification.
- Experience in a live music environment.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and acknowledge Vinyl Room members, Live Nation executives, and VIP guests.
- Deliver upscale dining service and interact with guests in a natural, friendly manner.
- Stay current on drink trends and apply knowledge of mixology and the venue’s beverage culture.
- Understand food, wine, beer, spirits, and other beverage pairings, and recommend wines and drinks that complement menu selections.
- Provide responsible alcohol service in accordance with local ordinances, required training, and venue policies.
- Request valid identification from anyone who appears to be under 30 years of age.
- Cultivate regular guests and repeat business.
- Complete a pour test before each shift where applicable.
- Suggestively sell beverages and menu items.
- Deliver food and beverage orders promptly and organize drink orders by priority.
- Prepare beverages according to standard recipes and venue specifications and follow control systems.
- Record equipment failures and safety hazards in the bar log.
- Recognize intoxication and courteously refuse further alcohol service, notifying a manager as appropriate.
- Maintain safety and sanitation standards.
- Perform opening, running, and closing duties according to venue policy.
- Prepare guest checks using the point-of-sale terminal and process payments according to policy.
- Maintain the bartender bank and perform cash-pull and checkout procedures.
- Maintain appropriate comp and spill checks.
- Attend the pre-shift meeting conducted by the Manager on Duty.
Benefits
- Free concert tickets.
- Student loan reimbursement.
- Adoption and fertility support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
