Bartender

Atlas Restaurant Group•Wilmington, DE

About The Position

At Atlas Restaurant Group, the Bartender welcomes guests, learns their preferences, answers questions, recommends menu items, and prepares and serves beverages and food. The role includes upselling items, creating recipes, using appropriate equipment and ingredients, and performing basic cleaning duties. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

One to two previous years of experience as a bartender.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Basic understanding of cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a polite and attentive demeanor.
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Dependability and reliability, including fulfilling job obligations.
Attention to detail and understanding of drink-mixing tools and techniques.
Ability to maintain composure and avoid aggressive behavior in difficult situations.
May require food handler certification, depending on local regulations.
Valid form of identification and must meet the minimum legal age to serve alcohol, stated as 18.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate discounts and tips, using fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Ability to learn and use Toast Point-of-Sale (POS) and Restaurant365 systems.
Basic knowledge of English is highly preferred; ability to understand and follow verbal and written directives, answer questions, and speak before groups.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, and creatively solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, reaching, handling objects and tools, communicating, tasting, smelling, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of English is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for bar and restaurant guests.
Interact with guests, take orders, and serve food and drinks.
Assess guests’ needs and preferences and make recommendations.
Mix ingredients to prepare classic and specialty cocktails.
Check guests’ identification and confirm that they meet the legal drinking age.
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
Perform daily and weekly cleaning duties.
Handle cash, credit, and debit transactions; ensure charges are accurate, provide correct change, and balance the cash register.
Stay guest-focused and sustain an excellent guest experience.