Bartender Bradley International Airport ($22.02) opening shift

Paradies Lagardère•Windsor Locks, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender position at Bradley International Airport requires a passion for guest service, adherence to First Class Service standards, and the ability to create a positive and lasting impression. Responsibilities include greeting guests, taking orders, preparing and serving a variety of beverages and food, processing transactions accurately, and ensuring a clean and well-stocked bar. The role also involves following alcohol awareness procedures, performing opening and closing duties, and collaborating with team members in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a commitment to maintaining a professional image and adhering to all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
ServeSafe Food Handler’s Certification or equivalent.
3-5 years experience bartending required
Ability to take direction and collaborate in a team environment.
Ability to work in a high energy and demanding environment.
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail are a must.
Knowledge of math to figure cost, make change, and cash handling procedures.
Good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as with other team members.
Able to work unsupervised for extensive periods, and to demonstrate good judgment when dealing with customers and peers.
Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment.
Excellent customer service skills and an ability to communicate effectively, in English.
Strong self-motivation and organizational skills.
Positive interpersonal skills.
Self-starter able to prioritize and handle various tasks simultaneously.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
Proficiency required in reading, writing and mathematics, in English.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local liquor laws.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, climbing on a ladder, and walking long distances.
Standing for long periods of time and the ability to work in an environment with varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Food and Beverage experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Exceed First Class Service standards and behavior with guests, business partners, and peers.
Maintain a professional company image by adhering to all grooming and uniform guidelines, including slip resistant shoes.
Warmly greet and acknowledge guests, take drink and food orders, provide information about menu items, and look for opportunities for additional sales.
Create a lasting first and last impression.
Engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner.
Check identification of guests to verify they are of legal drinking age.
Prepare and serve a wide variety of craft cocktails, beer, wines, and food, with thorough knowledge of menu offerings.
Use drink mixing tools and techniques with an eye for detail.
Prepare correct garnishes and fruit for cocktails.
Accurately process transactions through the point-of-sale system, ensuring cash, credit, and debit transactions are recorded accurately.
Respond appropriately to customer concerns.
Follow alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and deal with intoxicated guests.
Ensure a clean, sanitized, and well-stocked bar.
Stock and clean glassware through the operation and maintenance of the glass washer and sanitizer.
Perform opening and closing side work as directed.
Go above and beyond for guests and other team members.
Enthusiastically support decisions once they have been made by management.
Take direction and collaborate in a team environment.
Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
Inventory all beverages and operation supplies, and order replacement items as needed.
Build guest loyalty and enhance selling skills using available training materials.
Maintain a clean organized work environment that is free of safety hazards, which may include sweeping and mopping.
Comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including those relating to food safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.