Bartender

Bartender

An exciting opportunity is waiting for you! Do you consider yourself to be an expert at bartending? Do you have a passion for providing exceptional service and want to work in an upscale environment? Would you enjoy working in the most beautiful place in the Lowcountry? Are you energetic, reliable, and a responsible team player?

Join our team at the prestigious Colleton River Club! We are currently seeking talented and dedicated individuals to join our esteemed team, as bartenders, in delivering warm and gracious hospitality to our members and guests.

Why work with us?

Team spirit: Join a close-knit team that values collaboration, mutual respect, and support. We foster a positive work environment where everyone's contributions are celebrated.

Recognition and rewards: Your dedication and hard work won't go unnoticed. We take pride in recognizing and rewarding excellence, whether through performance bonuses, accolades, or advancement opportunities.

A day in the life of a bartender at Colleton River Club:

• Adhere to established rules and regulations of the club and SC alcohol standards.
• Maintain the highest level of service for the bar area(s) to ensure a positive guest experience.
• Maintain the highest level of cleanliness and good repair of all bars, service workstations, dining utensils, equipment, and glassware including common and storage areas.
• Ensure knowledge of club & community information (hours of operation, upcoming events, etc.).
• Maintain a positive attitude with all staff and members. Greet all members by name when possible. Maintain eye contact and use proper vocabulary when speaking with members. Avoid all negative comments.
• Maintain a well-groomed appearance and properly clean, pressed uniform at all times.
• Advise supervisory staff of any complaints immediately.
• Knowledge of all menu items, daily/monthly specials, wine lists, preparation methods, ingredients, and garnish.
• Complete all daily side duty assignments.
• Set up and tear down all bar, dining, and buffet tables for banquet/club functions, including moving furniture, chairs, and tables.
• Knowledge of POS system. Able to open/close checks and use this system to successfully communicate food orders to the kitchen in a timely manner. Have a working knowledge of credit card procedures.
• Possess competent knowledge of wines and spirits. Stay current with wine and bar trends.
• Performing all closing duties to ensure everything is put away and prepped for the next shift according to procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical schedule:

• Full-time (5 days a week) flexible availability, Sundays and weekend availability is required
• Day shift (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
• Evening shift (3:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
• Weekends
• Holidays

Typical work atmosphere:

• Bar
• High volume/high demand
• Stand for the entire shift and walk for long periods of time without rest or sitting down
• Push, lift, carry, and transfer up to 50 pounds
• Reaching, bending, and stooping

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental insurance including: critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) with employer match

In addition to the benefits listed above, Colleton River Club offers other perks and features that support your career and well-being and make it an excellent place to work.

• Employee meal on every shift
• Rich employee anniversary reward program ($100 per year of service, every year)
• Employee referral program (up to $1,500 per referral)
• Company shared cost of benefits
• Employee discounts in the golf shop
• Competitive PTO policy
• 6 paid holidays including an additional floating holiday of your choosing
• Limited golf privileges

Pay rate - $17.00/hr. plus a share of the service charge.

How to know if you're the individual for this career opportunity?

You're willing and able to:

• Bar and cocktail knowledge
• Follow instructions
• Possess an outstanding attitude and team-centered outlook
• Provide exceptional customer service to all members and guests
• Have effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to resolve conflict
• Work with a team
• Demonstrate high energy
• Pay attention to detail
• Be professional

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Must be over the age of 21 to comply with legal requirements for pouring and serving alcohol.
• Restaurant & bartending experience (minimum of 1 year preferred)
• Must have the current SC DOR alcohol server certification or be willing to obtain it within the first 30 days of employment.

Colleton River Club is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics required by law.