Bartender Jobs in Tacoma, VA

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Prior bar service experience.
• Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to build relationships and work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow manager instructions and guidance.
• Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times.
• Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively to guests and coworkers.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing and moving for extended periods, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

• ServeSafe Alcohol Certification.
• Bilingual experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and drinks to guests courteously and in a timely manner.
• Mix liquor, soda, water, fruit juice, and other ingredients to prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to Applebee’s standards.
• Interact verbally with bar guests to create a friendly and upbeat atmosphere.
• Greet guests, answer questions, and make suggestions regarding food and drinks.
• Complete assigned opening and closing side work.
• Slice fruit and vegetable garnishes for beverages.
• Present guest checks, make correct change, and complete necessary credit transactions.
• Process employee and manager food orders.
• Relay food orders to the kitchen through the computerized point-of-sale register system accurately and promptly.
• Manage alcohol service in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations, as well as company and brand policies.
• Help clear and reset the bar area.
• Occasionally serve guests in Carside To-Go.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Explain and demonstrate the use of Tabletop Electronic Devices to guests.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to drive sales and create a strong customer experience.
• Develop customer and community relationships and participate in local store marketing to increase bar traffic and restaurant visits.
• Remove trash and garbage from the bar service area and take it to the dumpster.