Bartender

Double Tree Bloomington Minneapolis South•Bloomington, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for preparing mixers, cutting fruit, receiving requisitions, checking par levels, refilling mixers, getting ice, running food, and collecting and disposing of garbage. This role also involves sweeping floors, polishing brass and steel, mopping, cleaning glassware, and wiping down mirrors. The Bartender will set up and break down the bar, take orders for and serve all food and beverage requests, and utilize suggestive selling techniques. Additionally, they will clear tables during service, control guest checks, secure proper payment, ensure station and table set-ups are complete, and perform various side duties as assigned. Maintaining the proper condition and cleanliness of dining areas and servicing equipment is crucial. The Bartender will assist bar staff when necessary, retrieve requisitions (beverage, food, and non-food), and participate in the deep cleaning of the outlet.

Requirements

Ability to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
Ability to use good communication skills, both verbal and written
Basic computational ability and math skills for quickly making change, figuring tips, and calculating amounts
Knowledge and ability to operate all equipment related to the restaurant outlet, including, but not limited to, coffee maker and cash terminal
Knowledge of drink preparation and applicable health standards
Knowledge and ability to describe all menu items, prices and methods of preparation
Knowledge and ability to use suggestive selling techniques
Knowledge and ability to inform supervisor of any problems or complaints
Knowledge and ability to properly handle all equipment
Must have reliable transportation to and from work
Must report to work on time
Must be present and able to work all shifts on-site
Must have availability to work weekends, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Must be able to work the necessary hours and a rotating schedule to meet the operational needs of the business, including days, weekends, holidays and key events
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be currently eligible to work in the United States of America and able to present required identity and employment authorization documents as required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, on the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

Ability to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F), possibly for one hour or more
Ability to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length
Ability to exert a faced-paced ability to reach different areas of the restaurant, kitchen, and hotel on a timely basis
Ability to work and exert fast-paced ability in limited space
Ability to work in narrow or limited spaces
Ability to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning and other relevant tasks
Ability to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis, including trays of dishes, food or other products
Ability to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis
Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity
Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees
Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception
Must have finger dexterity to use and operate all necessary technology and equipment, such as computers, printers, mobile devices, 10-key adding machine, electric typewriter, multi-line touch tone phone, filing cabinets, FAX machines, photocopiers, dolly, POS system, and other office equipment as needed

Responsibilities

Prepare mixers, cut fruit, receive requisitions, check par levels, refill mixers, get ice, run food, and collect and dispose of garbage
Sweep the floors, polish brass and steel, mop, clean glassware and wipe down mirrors in the outlet
Set up and break down the bar
Take orders for and serve all food and beverage requests
Use suggestive selling techniques
Clear tables during service
Control guest checks and secure proper payment
Ensure station and table set-ups are complete and perform various side duties as assigned by the Outlet Supervisor
Maintain proper condition and cleanliness of dining areas and servicing equipment
Assist bar staff when necessary
Retrieve requisitions (beverage, food and non-food)
Assist bar staff when needed
Participate in the deep cleaning of the outlet