F&B Bartender

THE VICTUS GROUP MASTER•Palmdale, CA

5d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

JOB TITLE: BARTENDER USUAL TIME OF WORK SHIFT: Varies with facility needs. Some full-time positions and some part-time positions. BREAKS: Two breaks, and one ½ hour lunch. OVERTIME: As required. MACHINES USED: Cash register, 10-key calculator, glass dishwasher, blenders, hand mixers, stand mixers, refrigeration units, soda fountain dispenser, ice machine, vacuum cleaner. TOOLS USED: Bar utensils, various measuring containers (measuring jig), mixers, cocktail shakers, swizzle, & related bar tools. Mops, brooms, cleaning items. ASSISTIVE DEVICES: Utility carts, pushcarts, 2-3 step stools. SAFETY CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT: Uniform consisting of dress shirt/blouse, slacks, non-slip shoes. SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED: Speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace. Basic computer experience. DESCRIPTION OF WORKPLACE/WORKSTATION: The work takes place at a variety of locations at a hotel bar. The surfaces at the locations are level, cement, tiled, carpeted, or wood. Serving areas are equipped with anti-slip floor mats. Most of the work locations are both well-lit and ventilated. The Bartender may be exposed for limited periods of time to high and low temperatures when using the walk-in freezer/refrigerator, or while adjacent to grills, ovens, etc. DESCRIPTION OF JOB TASKS/PURPOSE: The Bartender’s primary responsibility is to mix drink orders that either they or the serving staff provide to customers. The Bartender prepares standard mixed drinks, and occasionally mix drinks to suit a customer’s specific taste. Most of the Bartenders know dozens of drink recipes, and are able to mix drinks accurately quickly, and without waste during busy periods. The Bartender collects payment for the drinks served, operates the cash register, cleans up after customers leave, and may also serve food to customers seated at bar. Bartenders check identification for age requirements, and are responsible for ordering and maintaining an inventory of liquor, mixes, and other bar supplies. On a typical day, the Bartender performs the following duties: 1. Logs in at the beginning of the shift. 2. Reviews relevant documentation for the day’s activities. 3. Checks inventories for beverages and non-food items, stocking necessary items, or placing orders for items needed. 4. Fills ice bins. 5. Ensures that all bar implements and equipment are available for the shift’s needs. 6. Takes drink orders from customers or serving staff. 7. Mixes and prepares drinks for customers and/or serving staff. 8. Verifies customer age by checking their identification. 9. Re-stocks depleted bar items. 10. Prepares list of items for reordering. 11. Retrieves items from dry storage, refrigeration or liquor cabinet. 12. Replenishes ingredients, equipment or supplies. 13. Cleans up general work area and surrounding areas. 14. Prepares drink garnishes for next shift. 15. Ensures that all ingredients are available and the bar is well stocked. 16. Communicates with and assigns duties to various staff members regarding procedures, current activities, needs, etc. 17. At the end of work shift, balances cash register, puts away alcohol, sweeps, mops, logs out. This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program used to verify employment eligibility for new hires. As part of E-Verify, we will check your employment eligibility by comparing the information you provide on Form I-9 with records of the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or Department of Homeland Security (DHS). You have the right to know if your employer uses E-Verify and to be informed if your E-Verify case results in a tentative nonconfirmation (mismatch). You also have the opportunity to take action to resolve a mismatch. You can start and continue working while resolving a mismatch.

Requirements

Speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
Basic computer experience
Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time
Excellent memory
Knowledge of spirits, wines and beers-to be able to recommend to the guest
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independantly or in a team setting
Excellent customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Beverage Alcohol Resource Certification is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Mix drink orders
Prepare standard mixed drinks, and occasionally mix drinks to suit a customer’s specific taste
Collect payment for the drinks served
Operate the cash register
Clean up after customers leave
Serve food to customers seated at bar
Check identification for age requirements
Order and maintain an inventory of liquor, mixes, and other bar supplies
Log in at the beginning of the shift
Review relevant documentation for the day’s activities
Check inventories for beverages and non-food items, stocking necessary items, or placing orders for items needed
Fill ice bins
Ensure that all bar implements and equipment are available for the shift’s needs
Take drink orders from customers or serving staff
Mix and prepares drinks for customers and/or serving staff
Verify customer age by checking their identification
Re-stock depleted bar items
Prepare list of items for reordering
Retrieve items from dry storage, refrigeration or liquor cabinet
Replenish ingredients, equipment or supplies
Clean up general work area and surrounding areas
Prepare drink garnishes for next shift
Ensure that all ingredients are available and the bar is well stocked
Communicate with and assigns duties to various staff members regarding procedures, current activities, needs, etc
At the end of work shift, balances cash register, puts away alcohol, sweeps, mops, logs out