Bartender

Smokin Fins • Twin Falls, ID

21d

About The Position

The Bartender provides prompt, accurate food and beverage service while creating a positive guest experience in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant. The role includes taking guest and server orders, preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes, making recommendations, answering beverage questions, and educating customers about the menu and ingredients. Bartenders are expected to recognize regular guests, assess customer preferences, and suggest additional food and drinks.

The Bartender is responsible for drink quality and presentation, responsible alcohol service, cleanliness and organization of the bar, restocking supplies, and balancing the bar till at the beginning and end of each shift. The role also involves helping maintain smooth restaurant operations, following food and beverage regulations and cleaning schedules, and contributing to daily, holiday, and themed drink menus in collaboration with a supervisor. The position requires availability between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., a flexible schedule, and the ability to work weekends and occasional holidays.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must be TIPS Certified.
• Must be able to communicate in and understand the predominant language(s) of guests.
• Must be able to work unsupervised.
• Must be available to work between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m.
• Must be able to handle money and operate a point-of-sale system.
• Must be able to stand and work for up to four hours at a time.
• Must be able to perform repetitive-motion work without restraints or other limitations on range of motion or physical activity.
• Must be able to lift, move, and shelve products and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in temperatures exceeding 85 degrees for extended periods.
• Must be willing to follow directions and ask questions for clarification when needed.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Must demonstrate adaptability, planning, problem-solving, teamwork, and multitasking.
• Must have above-average knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer, and know how to prepare cocktails from line-build through garnish.
• Must be self-motivated and reliable, and able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must have a positive, upbeat attitude, a reliable can-do attitude, and a strong work ethic.
• Must have excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and drinks to tables quickly and efficiently.
• Ensure orders are accurate, including guest modifications, and monitor ticket times.
• Take food and drink orders from guests and beverage orders from servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to the restaurant’s standard recipes.
• Check guest identification and behavior to help limit problems and liability related to excessive drinking.
• Maintain responsibility for the quality of guests’ experiences.
• Recognize regular guests and learn their names.
• Wash and sterilize glassware, utensils, and bar equipment.
• Prepare drink garnishes and replenish snacks for bar patrons.
• Arrange bottles and glasses attractively and functionally to support efficient preparation and beverage promotion.
• Clear and reset tables in the bar area.
• Present drink menus, recommend beverages, and answer questions about them.
• Keep all bar areas clean, including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves, and storage areas.
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Balance the bar till at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Maintain knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving cocktails, and pay attention to drink detail and presentation.
• Comply with and uphold food and beverage regulations.
• Contribute to daily, holiday, and themed drink menus in collaboration with a supervisor.
• Complete cleaning according to daily and weekly schedules.
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences.
• Upsell food and drinks to maximize profits.
• Educate customers about the menu concept and ingredients.
• Maintain a clean working environment and help ensure smooth, efficient restaurant operations.
• Work effectively and composedly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Benefits

• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available after meeting eligibility requirements.
• Short-term disability insurance is available after meeting eligibility requirements.
• Supplemental life insurance is available after meeting eligibility requirements.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Up to 48 hours of paid sick and safe leave for Colorado locations only.
• Paid family and medical leave insurance and public health emergency leave for Colorado locations only.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Meal discounts.
• Opportunity to grow a career path within the company’s family of brands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed