Bartender-West Hartford

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Bartender must be friendly and outgoing and possess excellent communication skills in order to provide a spectacular experience for the bar guest. The individual personality of the Bartender should shine through in order to thrill restaurant guests. He/she must be able to mix and match ingredients in order to create innovative drinks in accordance with both the menu and needs/expectations of guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks
• Assess guests’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
• Check guests’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Monitor and control alcohol consumption from our guests to ensure guest safety
• Communicate and attend to our guests in a timely manner
• Work with others in order to keep all areas cleaned and stocked to company standards
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations

Skills

• Basic mathematical skills- handle money and give proper change
• Basic reading skills
• Basic computer skills- POS handling
• Solid knowledge of beer, wine, and familiarization with cocktail recipes
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of Barcelona's food and beverage specifications
• Comprehension of workplace safety procedures

Working Conditions

• Be able to walk and stand for the entirety of a scheduled shift
• Be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, and carry
• Be able to remain stationary for parts of a scheduled shift
• Must be of legal age to serve liquor per state law

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Prior restaurant experience is a plus but not required
• Pass TIPs/ABC Alcohol test with a score of 70% or better

Must have weekend availaility.