Restaurant Bartender

BBL Hospitality • City of Amsterdam, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for preparing beverages for all guests and servers in a quick, courteous, and efficient manner. This role involves taking beverage orders, preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant’s standard recipes, and maintaining cleanliness in all bar areas. Key duties also include handling guest payments, washing and sterilizing glassware, preparing garnishes, and assisting with bar inventory and supplies. The position requires experience and weekend availability is a must.

Requirements

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Specialized knowledge of bartending and mixing drinks.
• Certification as required by state or local laws.
• Must meet legal age requirements of state.
• Extensive knowledge of mixology.
• Cash handling procedure experience.
• Knowledge of ABC regulations for state and local offices.
• Customer service aptitude.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience required.
• Weekend availability a must.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Learns the names and personally recognize regular guests.
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks, appetizers for bar patrons.
• Maintains bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401K Investment
• Referral Bonus
• Associate Development Plan Opportunities
• Internal Promotion Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, FSA and HSA Account options available to Full-Time associates
• Restaurant Discounts/Perks Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees