Bartender - Whistling Duck

ON TOP OF THE WORLD COMMUNITIES LLC•Ocala, FL

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for crafting classic and creative alcohol and non-alcohol beverages, engaging with customers, and ensuring that every guest has a memorable experience. Creativity, knowledge of mixology, and excellent customer service skills helps establish the operation’s reputation as a go-to destination for exceptional drinks. Create a diverse range of handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and other specialty beverages with precision and flair, using high-quality ingredients, techniques, and garnishes. Continually innovate and introduce new and exciting drink creations. Provide exceptional customer service by warmly welcoming guests, engaging in friendly and professional conversation, and understanding their preferences. Offer recommendations and suggestions based on their tastes, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience. Efficiently and accurately take drink orders, prepare them promptly, and serve beverages with attention to detail and presentation. Ensure all orders are prepared in compliance with company standards and specific customer requests. Demonstrate an extensive understanding of classic and contemporary mixology, including various spirits, liqueurs, bitters, and other ingredients. Stay updated on emerging trends and new techniques within the industry. Maintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring all glassware, utensils, and bar tools are sanitized and readily available. Adhere to safety and hygiene protocols, including proper handling and storage of ingredients. Certification in safe alcohol service training. Work closely with other team members, including servers, kitchen staff, and management, to ensure smooth operations and a seamless customer experience. Provide support during busy periods and assist in other areas of the establishment when needed. Process customer payments accurately, handle cash responsibly, and maintain a secure cash register. Keep records of sales, tips, and inventory to support effective management and financial transparency. Preform other duties as require

Requirements

High Diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proven experience as a Bartender in a reputable establishment, demonstrating proficiency in crafting a wide variety of cocktails and beverages
Extensive knowledge of mixology, including a comprehensive understanding of various spirits, ingredients, and techniques
Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage and connect with customers
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Effectively present information to management, customers, and staff
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays, as required
Strong multitasking and time management abilities
Ability to work under pressure while complying with all relevant legislation
Knowledge of food and beverage menus, including dietary restrictions and allergies
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Critical thinking skills
Basic math skills for handling payments and calculating tips
Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods

Responsibilities

Crafting classic and creative alcohol and non-alcohol beverages
Engaging with customers
Ensuring that every guest has a memorable experience
Create a diverse range of handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and other specialty beverages with precision and flair, using high-quality ingredients, techniques, and garnishes
Continually innovate and introduce new and exciting drink creations
Provide exceptional customer service by warmly welcoming guests, engaging in friendly and professional conversation, and understanding their preferences
Offer recommendations and suggestions based on their tastes, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience
Efficiently and accurately take drink orders, prepare them promptly, and serve beverages with attention to detail and presentation
Ensure all orders are prepared in compliance with company standards and specific customer requests
Demonstrate an extensive understanding of classic and contemporary mixology, including various spirits, liqueurs, bitters, and other ingredients
Stay updated on emerging trends and new techniques within the industry
Maintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring all glassware, utensils, and bar tools are sanitized and readily available
Adhere to safety and hygiene protocols, including proper handling and storage of ingredients
Certification in safe alcohol service training
Work closely with other team members, including servers, kitchen staff, and management, to ensure smooth operations and a seamless customer experience
Provide support during busy periods and assist in other areas of the establishment when needed
Process customer payments accurately, handle cash responsibly, and maintain a secure cash register
Keep records of sales, tips, and inventory to support effective management and financial transparency
Preform other duties as require