Event Bartender

Journeyman Distillery•Valparaiso, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you have a passion for cocktails and creating unforgettable experiences? We're seeking a skilled and friendly Event Bartender to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll be serving up creative cocktails and exceptional service at a variety of events, from weddings to corporate gatherings and everything in between. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and love engaging with guests while keeping things professional, we want you on our team! Bring your bartending expertise, your positive attitude, and your love for hospitality to help make every event a memorable celebration. Basic Function: Ensure that all events guests receive immediate attention, serve their beverage requests promptly and courteously. Ensure that guests are not ignored at any time throughout their dining and event experience. All team members must uphold and embody Journeyman’s Core Values which represent the culture, attitude, and immediate priorities ensuring our cohesion and success. CORE VALUES GRIT MAKES GREAT We believe that no challenge is too big and we take pride in hard work. Grit is our foundation - perseverance through adversity, strength in difficulty, and a relentless drive to succeed. Challenges are opportunities in disguise and we welcome them with determination and resolve. Nothing great happens by taking the easy route. ALWAYS A JOURNEYMAN, NEVER A MASTER 'Good enough' isn't in our vocabulary. We are committed to constant improvement and the pursuit of excellence in distilling, brewing, and hospitality. Mastery is a moving target - and we embrace the grind, knowing the journey itself is what pushes us forward. 1st CUSTOMER Exceptional service defines us - through every touchpoint, every day (362 a year), until the last second and beyond (59:59+). This mindset extends to how we treat vendors, partners, and each other. 1st Customer is our culture - and our legacy As storytellers and champions of Journeyman, we embody the values we stand for, through every interaction. A LITTLE ABOUT OUR CULTURE: Journeyman is an in-person work environment. We believe in face-to-face interaction, collaboration, and problem-solving. Journeyman is a non-smoking workplace. We believe in productivity and in your good health. Journeyman's purpose is to serve our guests. We are open 362 days per year, including the 3 major summer holidays. Journeyman believes in a strong work ethic! We work hard, push forward, and are focused on growing something special! At Journeyman Distillery, we believe hard work and dedication deserve to be rewarded. To that end, we provide a comprehensive benefits and incentives package. Here’s a peek at what you will receive as a Journeyman employee:

Requirements

Ability to visually inspect food and beverage orders, read order forms and ensure that orders comply with the customer’s request.
Ability to stand for 6-8 hours.
Ability to perform moderate physical work; may be required to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds of food trays carrying over their head constantly and performing such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping for up to five hours without sitting.
Thorough knowledge of food and beverage service preparation and operational procedures as would normally be acquired through a high school education and at least one year of relevant experience preferred.
Thorough knowledge of state liquor laws as applied to food and beverage service operational practices and procedures as would be acquired through and at least one year of relevant experience preferred in progressively responsible position.

Responsibilities

Review Event Sheets and floorplan at the beginning of each shift to ensure the room is set as contracted.
Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
Prepare syrups, juices, prepare kegs, and any other mixers necessary.
Restock the bar with syrups, liquor, glassware, juices, etc. Make sure that everything is at the bar, and that there are enough backups for shift.
Check customer identification to confirm they are above the legal drinking age.
Keep bar area clean and wiped for arrival of new guests along with keeping the workspace clean throughout the duration of your shift.
Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
Uses the proper garnishes, china and glassware for all beverages.
Be in communication with the Event Manager or lead sever regarding any special needs.
Assist in ensuring that the events are on time. Make adjustments as needed and relay that information to the appropriate personnel.
Responsible for ensuring work area(s) are stocked with items that will be needed while on shift.
Handle and count cash, make accurate change, record credit cards from guests, as client charges.
Verify the accuracy of prices, State and Federal taxes, tips and other charges on all guest checks and accurately operate the point of sale system.
Maintain responsibility for all guest checks issued and immediately notify your supervisor of any walk-outs.
Ensure that event spaces are re-set for next event contract.
Assist with the keeping of inventory of all equipment in order and stored in their appropriate areas.
Work with supervisors and utilities to transport any and all items needed for an outdoor event not within the distillery facility and tent areas.
Understands and can communicate products and services available at the distillery.