Bartender - Cole's

Bartender Position

Palmetto Bluff is nestled along the May River in the Lowcountry of South Carolina between Hilton Head Island and Savannah. As an award winning 20,000 acre development, the development encompasses a private member's only club which includes a marina, restaurants, an equestrian center, a shooting club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, The Crossroads Reversable King Collins Golf Course, Anson Point Golf Course designed by Coore and Crenshaw, a lawn and racquet club, a community farm, and more. In addition, Palmetto Bluff has an extensive nature preserve, walking trails, retail shopping, art gallery, and a vibrant village, all which pay homage to the region's rich heritage.

The Bartender position will require you to interact one on one with the guests, take their orders, make cocktails utilizing company service standards, and ensure guest satisfaction. You will be responsible for maintaining an issued cash bank throughout your shift. This role will contribute to the organization as an active business partner that is responsible for supporting the company's goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values.

Benefits:

We offer excellent benefits, including an incredible employer contribution towards medical, dental, and vision coverage which begins on the 1st of the month following your date of hire! Other benefits include a 401(k) Plan, with an employer matching contribution, paid life & disability coverage, and more.

Wage Structure:

Bartenders are paid an hourly wage plus a share of the 18% service charge and discretionary gratuity with a guaranteed total hourly rate of $31.00. The guaranteed total hourly rate includes wages, service charge, and discretionary gratuity.

Essential Functions:

• Consistently following Food & Beverage sequence of service utilizing all proper procedures standardized by venue managers and chefs
• Exhibiting proper knowledge, selling techniques and service delivery of both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, and any menu items offered while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the bar
• Anticipating the guests' needs and responding appropriately with a sense of urgency
• Cleaning of all equipment, tools, and supplies and maintaining equipment in good working order while following all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, department and County health department.
• Working as a team and effectively communicating with management, bartenders and service staff in order to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and/or other Associates.

Qualifications:

• 3 years' restaurant experience and/or 2 years' experience bartending in a similar establishment. Must have extensive knowledge of Spirits, Wine and Food
• Must possess good attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent customer service skills and a Positive attitude are required
• Ability to read and write in English proficiently
• Must have basic math skills and be able to use a calculator
• Must be 21 years of age
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• All Palmetto Bluff employees who serve alcohol or who oversee employees who serve alcohol must obtain or hold a valid SC-approved Alcohol Server Training Certificate (company reimbursed).

Physical Requirements:

• Work tasks are performed indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks.
• Requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
• Must be physically able to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment as well as delicate china and glassware, up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.

Palmetto Bluff is proud to be an EEO Employer and participates in E-Verify.