Lead Bartender & Sommelier

Waverley Country Club•Milwaukie, OR

9h•$29 - $29

About The Position

Position Summary: The Lead Bartender & Sommelier is responsible for maintaining a welcoming, friendly and engaging environment while adhering to all house and standard drink recipes and operating protocols. They will help with bar maintenance, liquor and wine inventory, and act as a beverage captain on events. Work Performed: • Holds other bartenders accountable for adhering to bar standard operating procedures • Trains bartenders on proper drink curation and adherence to standard bar recipes • Assists with wine inventory and wine cellar maintenance • Manages inventory in designated cellar areas • Responsible for inventorying and maintaining event bars, large scale drink preparation, and wine usage • Arrive for all shifts on time and in appropriate uniform as described in the Employee Handbook. • Verify age of patrons according to OLCC standards. Do not serve alcohol to intoxicated members/guests; inform your Manager immediately. • Commitment to recognize and acknowledge members by name. • Knowledge of all house wines, liquors, specialty cocktails and beers. • Charge for drinks according to specific situations and bill to correct member account. • Ability to use point of sale system (POS) efficiently and effectively. • Assist in setting/resetting Club rooms for events as directed. • Inspect the bar prior to opening to ensure that adequate supplies are available. • Prepare garnishes, mixes and pre-mixed drinks. • Stock bar as needed; maintain and clean all bar equipment. • Maintain records of liquor, beers and wine to ensure bar stock is maintained at all times. • Clean and lock up according to listed procedures. • Answer the phone as necessary and transmit messages. • Create and maintain a safe work environment, inform management of any hazards. • Assist with service of wait staff whenever possible. • Checks out with Manager on Duty before ending shift. • Maintain dialogue with Members while upholding a warm, positive, and friendly persona. • Required to work at various bars throughout the facility as assigned which includes the - Turn Bar, Grille Bar, Event Bars, and other bars as assigned.

Requirements

2-4 years in a lead bartending role with previous bartending history.
Full-time, flexible availability including evenings and weekends.
Must be friendly and willing to work in a team environment and able to move according to the service needs of all dining areas.
Extensive knowledge of common cocktails, wine, and beer.
Maintain a high level of service during both busy and slow hours.
All applicants must have a current Food Handlers Card and OLCC permit.
A minimum of 21 years of age.
Must pass company pre-employment background check.
Ability to lift a minimum of 45 pounds consistently.
Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend and stoop for long periods of time.
Being a bartender is physical work and this job also requires the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast paced and deadline-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Holds other bartenders accountable for adhering to bar standard operating procedures
Trains bartenders on proper drink curation and adherence to standard bar recipes
Assists with wine inventory and wine cellar maintenance
Manages inventory in designated cellar areas
Responsible for inventorying and maintaining event bars, large scale drink preparation, and wine usage
Arrive for all shifts on time and in appropriate uniform as described in the Employee Handbook.
Verify age of patrons according to OLCC standards. Do not serve alcohol to intoxicated members/guests; inform your Manager immediately.
Commitment to recognize and acknowledge members by name.
Knowledge of all house wines, liquors, specialty cocktails and beers.
Charge for drinks according to specific situations and bill to correct member account.
Ability to use point of sale system (POS) efficiently and effectively.
Assist in setting/resetting Club rooms for events as directed.
Inspect the bar prior to opening to ensure that adequate supplies are available.
Prepare garnishes, mixes and pre-mixed drinks.
Stock bar as needed; maintain and clean all bar equipment.
Maintain records of liquor, beers and wine to ensure bar stock is maintained at all times.
Clean and lock up according to listed procedures.
Answer the phone as necessary and transmit messages.
Create and maintain a safe work environment, inform management of any hazards.
Assist with service of wait staff whenever possible.
Checks out with Manager on Duty before ending shift.
Maintain dialogue with Members while upholding a warm, positive, and friendly persona.
Required to work at various bars throughout the facility as assigned which includes the - Turn Bar, Grille Bar, Event Bars, and other bars as assigned.