Bartender/Barista

Bartender/Barista

Cushing, OK, United States

About the Job Bartender/Barista

General Purpose

Prepare, mix and serve drinks and beverages correctly to either customers directly or through serving staff.

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet customers and present beverage menus
• Make recommendations and answer all related inquiries
• Check identification of customers to verify they are of legal drinking age
• Take orders from serving staff or directly from customers
• Record drink orders accurately into register system
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with standard recipes
• Peel, slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks
• Mix and garnish cocktails according to standard specs
• Serve snacks to customers seated at the bar
• Upsell drink and snack items to customers
• Respond promptly to requests from customers in a polite and professional fashion
• Attempt to limit problems related to customers' excessive drinking by following established procedures
• Process transactions using the POS system
• Prepare checks for customers
• Process customer payments
• Arrange glasses and bottles into attractive and functional displays
• Ensure clean glasses, bar equipment and working areas
• Comply with all health, safety and hygiene standards and policies
• Balance the cash register at the start and close of each shift
• Monitor inventory
• Order and restock bar inventory

Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma preferred
• Minimum age requirement of 21 years
• Working knowledge of standard drink recipes
• Working knowledge of spirits, wine and beer
• Understanding of classes of alcohol, different glasses, brand names and garnishments
• Working knowledge of bar equipment
• Knowledge and education in mixology an advantage
• Numeracy and cash-handling skills
• Able to work flexible schedules
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods
• Be able to reach and bend and frequently lift up to 30 pounds

Key Competencies

• Customer service orientation
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team member
• High energy level
• Handle a fast-paced work environment
• Reliability
• Honesty and integrity