Stage Red Food & Beverage Bartender

Bartender

Department: Food & Beverage

Reports To: Venue Manager

Classification: Part-Time

Compensation: $20.50 an hour

Location: STAGE RED FONTANA 8463 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92335

Position Description: The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to customers at designated event day locations. They are responsible for providing event day service to Stage Red guests while exhibiting a warm, friendly and professional demeanor to build relationships that will enhance the guest experience

Essential Functions:

Responsible for mixing drinks to order and serving customers

Responsible for having knowledge of all bar drinks and wines

Maintain valid food handlers and alcoholic beverage server permits required by the Department of Health

Assists in maintaining, organizing and cleaning all work area and equipment

Attention to detail and consistency in every aspect of service

Ensures all merchandising and signage are properly displayed for each event

Must adhere to the Company dress code which includes wearing black pants and non-slip soled closed toe shoes

Obtain assigned workstation at beginning of a shift

Greet guests in a warm and welcoming manner

Accurately use POS system while serving high volumes of guests

Follow cash handling and tip reporting guidelines

Expedite guest drink orders in a timely manner

Stock product, set up garnish stations, cashier stations and display baskets

Thoroughly complete all station set-up and breakdown responsibilities

Practice proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment

Understand and execute responsible alcohol service

Understand and maintain proper sanitation and food safety

Be comfortable with the Arena and know how to navigate personally, as well as, assist guests

Help maintain and ensure excellent customer service

Abides by all Company policies in the Human Resources Policies and Procedures, the Business Code of Conduct

Other duties as assigned

Experience/Training/Education Requirements: Must be a minimum 21 years of age

Previous bartending experience a plus

Previous customer service and cash handling experience is a plus

Basic math and cash handling experience

Must be flexible, have a sense of urgency, be able to respond quickly and resourcefully to internal and external issues

Working knowledge of food production techniques, purchasing, and sanitation procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to take tasks that are not clearly defined and appropriately define problem, propose and implement solutions

Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

License/Certificate:

Food Handlers Card/SERV Safe

TIPS Certified

Ability to:

Provide a two-way communication and nurture an ownership environment with emphasis in positive motivation and teamwork

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to interact with all levels of customers and staff including management

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all staff and vendors.

Be detail oriented

Present a professional appearance and demeanor at all times during the workday

Excellent organizational and planning skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong customer service orientation

Must be energetic, self-disciplined with a strong sense of initiative, is detail oriented and has a passion for delivering exceptional guest service.

Positive attitude and neat appearance

Work ethics encourages strong urgency and quality in a team environment

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

Tasks are performed with moderate supervision without assistance for 40% of the workday; pushing and pulling doors open, lifting, stooping, bending and lifting at least 25 lbs. Walking for long distances for more than 50% of workday. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events. Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours. Employees may be scheduled to work until 12:00am or later. Must be able to pass the background. Employee should use precautions & follow safety guidelines.