Bartender

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Fun and Exciting Work Environment
• Culture & Community - engaging team events, monthly team recognition
• 401k, Roth IRA
• Financial Security - competitive salary, incentive bonus structure
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible working schedule
• Health & Wellbeing - company sponsored health and vision insurance
• Professional Development

Role Purpose:
Overall, the role purpose of a bartender is to create a positive and enjoyable experience for guests by providing exceptional customer service, crafting delicious and creative drinks, and maintaining a welcoming and inviting atmosphere at the bar. Bartenders are essential members of the Uptown Alley team, contributing to the overall success and reputation of the establishment. 

 
Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic and Financial Responsibilities
  • Upselling and Revenue Generation
  • Payment Processing
• Operational Responsibilities
  • Compliance and Safety
  • Problem Resolution
  • Menu Knowledge
• Staff Management 
  • Training and Development
• Customer Service Responsibilities
  • Customer Satisfaction

Education & Qualifications:

• Certifications in food safety and sanitation, such as ServSafe or Safe Food Handling and alcohol training.
• Highschool or GED equivalent.
• Physical Stamina and Endurance-ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks in a hot and demanding kitchen environment 

Experience:

• Bartenders should have prior experience working as bartenders in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• They should have a strong understanding of front-of-house operations, including customer service techniques, order taking, and making cocktails. 
• Desirable - Previous experience in a high volume restaurant.

Skills & Competencies:

• Customer Service orientation
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Technological Proficiency
  • POS Systems
  • Reservation Systems

Personal Qualities:

• Self starter- driven and motivated work ethic, the ability to be resilient, the ability to be adaptable, empathy, ability the strategic thinker, collaborative, customer focused, results-driven
• Desirable - Ability to deescalate tense situations if necessary 

Languages:

• English
• Desirable - Spanish

Department: Operations/Culinary
Location: On-Site
Travel Required: No
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, Weekends, Nights, Holidays
Reports To: General Manager/AGM
Collaborates With: Management Team, Administrative Support
Supports & Engages With: FOH, BOH