Bartender - Gallery Patio & Lounge

AMS of UBC•Vancouver, BC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for the superior and timely guest service and beverage quality at the Gallery Patio & Lounge. The ideal candidate has an outgoing, friendly personality and enjoys interacting with people while being hands on. Additionally, the candidate must take initiative in taking steps to make sure the bar is clean, operating efficiently and promoted well.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of bartending experience in a high volume bar environment
Ability to do shift work (daytime, evenings, weekends and holidays)
POS experience required (preferably Squirrel)
Serving-It-Right Certification required
Excellent communication skills, both verbally & written
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 60kgs (132lbs)
Ability to learn quickly, build relationships and work in a team-based environment
Ability to work in a fast paced environment remaining calm under pressure

Nice To Haves

Food Safe Level 1 or higher an asset
Basic Security Training (BST) certification an asset

Responsibilities

Ensuring safe liquor service and compliance according to legal requirements and AMS standards and procedures
Achieving sales goals through ongoing upselling, giving recommendations to guests and ensuring timely service according to AMS standards and guidelines
Providing excellent guest service according to AMS standards and procedures
Handling cash transactions and staying focused and levelheaded under pressure
Applying proper accounting principles to balance the till at the end of the shift
Reducing waste and spillage by following AMS procedures, recipes and guidelines
Demonstrating excellent in depth knowledge about products, AMS services and businesses, the venue and other services within the building and on campus
Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
Demonstrating excellent grooming and uniform standards according to AMS procedures
Clearing and cleaning tables throughout shift and putting debris in the appropriate area (garbage, recycling, glass washer, etc.)
Ensuring all cabinets, coolers, pub doors and office safe are locked at the end of the night
Completing the open/close checklist before signing out
Assessing, ordering and receiving inventory to maintain appropriate level of product stock
Report operational problems and maintenance issues to the manager
Keeping informed of upcoming events and promotions
Providing information to the public regarding all aspects of the bar's operations
Working with the AMS mission statement and values to operate a successful department
Other duties as required