Bartender

The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation•Arlington, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking knowledgeable Bartenders to craft and serve premium beverages at high-end private events, including galas, and corporate functions. The ideal candidate is skilled in classic and contemporary mixology, exhibits graceful guest interaction, and maintains the highest standards of service, cleanliness, and professionalism. This role is vital to creating an elevated bar experience that complements all events at the National Medal of Honor Museum.

Requirements

Ability to work long hours and flexible shifts including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
Experience as a bartender for at least two years
Exceptional knowledge of wine, spirits, beer, and craft cocktails, including presentation and service techniques.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage guests respectfully and appropriately in high-end settings.
TABC license required
Must be able to create and serve drinks in a timely manner
Must maintain personal hygiene and a well-groomed appearance standard
Ability to work independently or in a team during set up and execution of service
Must be detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience.
Ability to effectively listen and take directions from supervisor
Must have excellent knowledge of beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
Ability to read, speak and write English Language to communicate with guests.
Ability to transport up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis.
Must have a working email to communicate with your managers.

Responsibilities

Bartenders are responsible for positive guest interactions while accurately mixing and serving beverages to guests and servers in a friendly and efficient manner.
Utilize high quality spirits, liqueurs, fruits, fresh herbs and spices to create sensational drinks according to standardized recipes and guest preferences.
Set up and breakdown full-service bar stations for catered events, ensuring all tools, ingredients, and supplies are organized and ready for service.
Greet guests, take beverage orders from the restaurant servers or directly from guests
Mix drinks, cocktails and other bar beverages as ordered and in compliance with company standards
Maintain bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages
Provide information on wine characteristics, evaluate guests’ needs, make appropriate suggestions and serve wine using proper wine service techniques
Work with culinary team to create mixers and garnishes for beverages
Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
Handle an assigned bank and follow all cash handling procedures
Collect payment for drinks served and balance all receipts
Ensure that the assigned bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests, prepare inventory or purchase requisitions as needed to replenish supplies
Keep work area clean and organized
Assist with organizing Catering Storage Areas
Attend scheduled event meetings as needed
Perform general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards.
Complete other duties as assigned by event supervisor and captains