Bartender - Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter

Bartender - Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter

Georgia National Fairgrounds - Perry, GA 31069

Overview

Salary Range $15.00 Position Type Part Time Job Shift Any Education Level Not Specified Travel Percentage None

Description

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary concepts from scratch. This standard was upheld through the expansion into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services by providing elevated concessions and premium offerings to collegiate stadiums, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, & more. Proof of the Pudding, the food service provider for GNFA hospitality and concessions, is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Bartenders to join the team at GNFA. This position will work with the front of house team in the hospitality and club suites at various events in one of Georgia's premier venues.

This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for both pre & post bar set-up/break down responsibilities.
• Sets bar up in a timely manner.
• Communicate well with bar back during event to assist them with replenishment during shift.
• Greeting all guests and giving exceptional customer service.
• Attentive to guests' needs throughout the entire event.
• Provides accurate and timely service.
• Cleans bar after closing, discard excess ice.
• Responsible for placing all items back in bar box as originally received.

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience :

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent; additional certification in mixology or hospitality is a plus
• 2+ years of bartending experience preferred
• Must be a team player and a phenomenal communicator.
• Must be experienced in preparing mixed drinks.
• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Must have or be willing to obtain proper certifications
• Must be extremely hardworking and organized.
• Must be exceedingly responsible and accountable.
• Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of upscale/VIP service styles required.

Specialized Qualifications:

• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.
• Renowned time management and organization skills.
• Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client's needs.
• The ability to work alone and as a team.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community, and the Proof of the Pudding team.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position will be event operations and working out of GNFA.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of moving through an event space and traveling throughout the stadium.
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.

Core Value and Competency Requirements

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: "see it, own it, solve it."
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company's culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Salary & Benefits:

• $15/hour plus tips.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team members' roles.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.
• A flexible work schedule.

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.