Bartender-New Haven

Barcelona Wine Bar•New Haven, CT

About The Position

The Bartender must be friendly and outgoing and possess excellent communication skills in order to provide a spectacular experience for the bar guest. The individual personality of the Bartender should shine through in order to thrill restaurant guests. He/she must be able to mix and match ingredients in order to create innovative drinks in accordance with both the menu and needs/expectations of guests.

Requirements

Basic mathematical skills- handle money and give proper change
Basic reading skills
Basic computer skills- POS handling
Solid knowledge of beer, wine, and familiarization with cocktail recipes
Strong communication skills
Understanding of Barcelona's food and beverage specifications
Comprehension of workplace safety procedures
Be able to walk and stand for the entirety of a scheduled shift
Be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, and carry
Be able to remain stationary for parts of a scheduled shift
Must be of legal age to serve liquor per state law
Pass TIPs/ABC Alcohol test with a score of 70% or better

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
Prior restaurant experience is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages
Interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks
Assess guests’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
Keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
Check guests’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
Monitor and control alcohol consumption from our guests to ensure guest safety
Communicate and attend to our guests in a timely manner
Work with others in order to keep all areas cleaned and stocked to company standards
Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
Comply with all food and beverage regulations