Hemmens Part Time Bartender

City of Elgin•Elgin, IL

20d

About The Position

The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the bar service area. The role includes controlling costs, setting up and maintaining the bar, monitoring inventory, and completing assigned cash-register opening and closing duties. The bartender provides friendly hospitality and guest service while following company policies and applicable state regulations for alcohol service. The position requires flexible hours, including weekends.

Requirements

Bartending experience.
State-approved liquor-control certification, such as B.A.S.S.E.T. or T.I.P.S.
Working knowledge of cocktails, terminology, and recipes.
Knowledge of in-stock beers and wines.
Ability to handle and account for the bar bank and cash-register funds.
Ability to operate a cash register proficiently.
Understanding of company policies for bar operations, cash handling, and security procedures.
Understanding of the legal requirements for serving alcohol to minors and intoxicated guests.
Friendly, guest-focused hospitality.
Proper uniform and readiness to begin work at the scheduled starting time.
Flexible schedule, including weekends.

Responsibilities

Set up the bar so it is neat, clean, and ready for guests.
Stock the bar with liquor, beer, soft drinks, and supplies according to anticipated needs; restock as needed or at the end of the shift without overstocking.
Set up the cash register and verify the bar bank at the beginning of the shift.
Keep the bar and service area clean and sanitary.
Complete posted closing sidework to leave the bar clean and secure.
Perform assigned cash-register closing duties at the end of each shift.
Prepare drinks according to established recipes and promptly enter orders correctly into the cash register.
Monitor liquor, beer, and wine inventories and report discrepancies.
Verify guests’ age and identification as appropriate, and comply with company and state alcohol-service regulations.
Organize and stock bottled beer, liquor, and wine in the storeroom.
Maintain knowledge of the work schedule and attend scheduled meetings and training sessions on time.
Perform other duties as assigned.