Bartender

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games•Overland Park, KS

18d

About The Position

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is seeking a Bartender for a part-time role with the potential to earn tips. Bartenders anticipate guest needs and exceed service expectations while helping provide a fun and exciting atmosphere. Team members may assist guests in different areas and capacities while maintaining Andretti’s standards for quality and guest satisfaction. The role includes greeting guests, taking orders, preparing and serving beverages, delivering food and drinks, processing payments, maintaining the bar and tables, and following applicable safety, sanitation, and beverage-service guidelines. Bartenders also observe guests for safety, assist with guest recovery, communicate professionally with guests and coworkers, and perform assigned opening, running, and closing duties. The position requires a pleasant, upbeat, sociable approach and the ability to work a varied schedule that includes days, nights, holidays, and weekends. The work may involve extended periods of standing or walking, lifting and stocking, and exposure to bright, dim, or flashing lights and loud sounds. Prior guest-service or hospitality experience is preferred; experience at a family entertainment center is not necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability and desire to remain pleasant, upbeat, and sociable throughout the workday.
Ability to work a varied schedule that includes days, nights, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. regularly and on a continuing basis, and occasional stocking involving lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform tasks involving organization, bending, reaching, turning, lifting, and climbing.
Ability to communicate quickly and accurately.
Manual dexterity to use and operate necessary equipment.
Ability to understand, follow, and maintain safety standards at all times.

Nice To Haves

Prior guest-service or hospitality experience is preferred.
Experience with family entertainment centers is welcome but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Greet guests and take orders according to Andretti guidelines, exceeding guest expectations.
Prepare standard and specialty mixed drinks and pour wine and beer quickly, accurately, and without waste.
Deliver food and beverages professionally according to Andretti standards.
Collect payment for purchased and consumed items and operate the Point-of-Sale system.
Count the cash drawer at the beginning of the shift and ensure an adequate amount of change is available.
Maintain an organized work area and proactively clean and reset tables.
Order and maintain liquor and bar supplies and display bottles attractively.
Properly dispose of broken glassware.
Follow safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with local health regulations.
Handle and accurately count money.
Check identification of guests consuming alcohol.
Follow state and company guidelines regarding beverage services.
Observe, instruct, and monitor guests for safety and adherence to guidelines.
Assist with guest recovery and notify a manager to help ensure positive guest experiences.
Communicate clearly and professionally with enthusiasm when interacting with guests and coworkers.
Perform assigned opening, running, and closing department duties.