Bartender Jobs in Tacoma, VA

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• At least 2 years of experience as a bartender or bar back.
• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate.
• Liquor Commission Card and certification from an alcohol awareness program required to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Ability to anticipate guest needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge guests.
• Familiarity with hotel services and features to answer guest inquiries accurately.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of drink recipes and beverage service standards.
• Ability to transport beverages and bar supplies weighing 75 pounds or more, and to bend, crouch, and lift 75 pounds or more.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours during a work shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior banquet service experience.
• Prior guest relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge arriving and departing guests; anticipate needs, respond promptly, and maintain positive guest relations.
• Follow departmental policies, service procedures, and standards, and use equipment correctly and only as intended.
• Know hotel services, features, local attractions, and function-specific service requirements, including beverage selections, recipes, prices, setup, schedule, special arrangements, and VIPs.
• Resolve guest complaints or refer them to the Banquet Manager or Captains when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
• Comply with state liquor regulations, including restrictions on serving minors and intoxicated persons.
• Obtain and secure the assigned bank and verify contracted monies.
• Complete opening duties, including checking and stocking supplies, preparing garnishes and mixes, stocking ice and glassware, and checking bar equipment and refrigeration.
• Transport and set up the bar unit and supplies in the assigned function area, securing supplies during the function.
• Take guest orders using suggestive selling and up-selling techniques; prepare and serve drinks according to specified recipes and provide club service when designated.
• Ensure cash-bar orders from Servers are paid to Cashiers and collect drink tickets when required; issue, open, and serve wine or champagne and collect payment or tickets as specified.
• Replace ashtrays, remove soiled wares, and promptly communicate replenishment needs while ensuring proper authorization for additional payments.
• Communicate last call at the designated closing time to guests, the Banquet Supervisor, and Servers.
• Return and break down the bar setup after the function; complete consumption reports, bottle transfer slips, and spill sheets accurately and promptly.
• Use supplies efficiently to meet beverage-cost budgets and prevent waste.
• Use chemicals according to OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
• Complete closing duties, including storing reusable goods, draining ice bins, returning glasses, cleaning bar surfaces and equipment, securing beverage and storage areas, and removing trash.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.