Bartender

Job Description

Job Description

Status: Part-time 

Company: Evening Entertainment Group (EEG) 

Location:  Backyard Gilbert

About Us: At Backyard Gilbert, we take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests. We are a leading player in the hospitality industry, dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring our team members are at the heart of our success. As we continue to expand our presence in the industry, we are seeking a passionate and talented Bartender to join our team.

Job Overview: As a Bartender at Backyard Gilbert, you will play a vital role in both maintaining a positive and productive work environment for our team, while upholding the highest standards in guest drinking experiences. The Bartender must be able to create classic and innovative drinks that exceed customers’ needs and expectations. You will continually enhance the guest experience to help ensure each guest has a wonderful and unique visit to our venues. Bartenders are responsible for delivering outstanding customer service, preparing and serving beverages, and maintaining a clean and organized bar area. Your role will involve engaging with customers, taking orders, and ensuring all drinks are prepared to company standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare alcoholic or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
• Greeting guests, take orders, and provide prompt & professional beverage service. 
• Understand guests’ preferences and provide appropriate beverage recommendations. 
• Prepare and serve cocktails and mixed drinks according to established recipes and standards. 
• Assist with developing and presenting the bar menu. 
• Verify guest identification to ensure compliance with legal drinking age requirements. 
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Remain guest-focused and provide an exceptional guest experience. 
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Previous bartending experience is preferred. 
• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks.
• Computer and POS system literacy. 
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus. 
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar. 
• Bartending certification or relevant training preferred. 
• Must be 21 years or older

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, and handle items weighing up to 25 pounds, including bottles, cases, and bar supplies. 

Backyard Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic provided by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.