Bartender | Part-Time | University of Kansas Social Club

Oak View Group•Lawrence, KS

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the University of Kansas Social Club. The role requires a personable, professional approach and the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work scheduled events according to business needs. The role pays $12.00–$15.00 per hour and is tip eligible.

Requirements

Six months or more of bartending experience.
Accurate cash-handling skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and long hours.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Bartending school.

Responsibilities

Meet company standards for guest service, interaction with coworkers, and uniform standards.
Follow bar pre-shift notes and menus and provide service as described.
Serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with proper procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
Learn or maintain knowledge of available beer, wine, and spirits, and suggestively upsell products to guests.
Pour drinks responsibly according to company serving-size standards.
Check guest identification to verify the minimum legal age for purchasing alcoholic beverages.
Communicate a cutoff to a guest when required.
Listen and respond to customer requests or concerns.
De-escalate situations involving intoxicated guests; contact management or security when a guest becomes confrontational, belligerent, or uses extreme profanity.
Contact a management member when an issue cannot be resolved or a decision is beyond the scope of standard decision-making.
Request additional products or restock products as needed.
Manage the bank issued at the bar.
Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and ensure bar equipment is clean and well maintained.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include setting up and breaking down bar equipment and helping organize the cooler.