Bartender-03 INT – 6635

Coast Guard Exchange•New London, CT

82d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to mix and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Prepares a variety of alcoholic drinks by selecting proper premix and garnish where a working knowledge of the various mixed drinks is required. Serves patrons directly or delivers to wait staff. Receives payment, operates cash register, and makes and returns change to patrons or wait staff. May be required to prepare documentation for cash funds accountability. Sets up bar for operation. Ensures bar is in a presentable and sanitary condition. Assures an adequate stock level is maintained, sets up storeroom and work area to permit easy access to stock items. Maintains work area neat and clean. Washes bar equipment, glassware, and utensils following proper sanitation procedures. Stocks services bars and assists higher level bartender as required. Completes required training in the serving of alcohol beverages before starting work. Annual, local refresher training is required and must be documented. Identifies persons who become unruly or who appear intoxicated, resolves the problem, or seeks assistance in accordance with established procedures. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Must have working knowledge of sanitation procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale. Completion of a bartender’s training school may be substituted for the required experience.
Experience recognizing intoxicated or unruly patrons and to resolving the problem or seeking assistance.
Experience following proper cash handling procedures.
Must be able to stoop, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing 5 to 10 pounds, pull and push objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to and over 40 pounds.
Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for working with and/or serving alcoholic beverages.

Nice To Haves

One year experience as a bartender.

Responsibilities

Mix and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.
Prepare a variety of alcoholic drinks.
Serve patrons directly or deliver to wait staff.
Receive payment, operate cash register, and make and return change.
Prepare documentation for cash funds accountability.
Set up bar for operation, ensuring it is presentable and sanitary.
Maintain adequate stock levels and organize storeroom and work area.
Maintain a neat and clean work area.
Wash bar equipment, glassware, and utensils following proper sanitation procedures.
Stock service bars and assist higher-level bartenders.
Complete required training in the serving of alcoholic beverages and annual refresher training.
Identify and resolve issues with unruly or intoxicated patrons, or seek assistance.
Adhere to safety regulations and standards, using required safety equipment and observing safe work procedures.
Promptly report workplace hazards, injuries, occupational illnesses, and property damage.