Bartender - Brooklyn Bowl Philly

Job Summary:

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia will be following in the footsteps of our original Brooklyn location, noted as "one of the most incredible places on Earth," by Rolling Stone. Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia is the ultimate night out, with its groundbreaking integration of premiere music, 24 lanes of bowling, 2 bars, featuring locally crafted beers, and food by the acclaimed Blue Ribbon restaurant group. Located in the heart of the historic Fishtown neighborhood, adjacent to The Fillmore and The Punchline in what has become a burgeoning entertainment district, the venue is slated to open Q4, 2021, and will be Brooklyn Bowl's fourth location.

Wearing its homegrown values on its sleeve, Brooklyn Bowl is committed to locally made products, environment sustainability, and boasts an unprecedented combination of top-flight music, bowling, beer, and food.


Job Description:
As a bartender, you ensure consistent drink quality by preparing orders in a short period of time and in accordance with recipes and guidelines established by the company. You will also maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area in a fast paced environment, while providing superior guest service. You will be responsible for all aspects of the bar ranging from preparation to service.

Responsibilities:

• Greet guests in a timely and professional manner
• Remains attentive to the needs and requests of the customers
• Verify guests that purchase alcohol are at least 21 years of age. Check IDs on anyone that appears to be under 30
• Possess full knowledge of bar and menu items and be able to make recommendations
• Accurately take food and beverage orders from guests in a timely manner at the bar and lounge area
• Deliver food and beverage orders within established time frames
• Consistently use suggestive selling techniques
• Ensure that alcohol is consumed in designated areas only
• Set up and maintain appropriate stock levels for the bar
• Assist in placing orders for all liquor and bar related supplies
• Conduct inventory of all liquor and bar related supplies
• Ensures that all service items and stock is prepared for the shift
• Set up service items at the assigned bar
• Inventory supplies at the bar at the beginning of their shift and requisition additional items as indicated by par standards
• Count down register drawers and complete summaries
• Maintains bar and service ware during shift
• Clean the bar area continuously during the shift
• Remove used service items from the bar area as required
• Must possess an in- depth knowledge of beer, wine, spirits and cocktails
• Proficient in use of POS system and processing cash and credit payments
• Communicate any problem or guest concern to management in a timely manner
• Side work as needed. Follow all Health Code and Alcohol Regulations
• Work together as part of a team to provide the best overall guest experience

Qualifications:
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Valid RAMP certification and Food Worker/Health Card required
• Ability to work closely and efficiently with others
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a bartender
• Strong knowledge of alcohol mixology, drink menus and classic cocktail preparation
• Experience working in a high-volume restaurant, bar or entertainment venue
preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must possess basic reading, writing and mathematical skills
• Completion of Bartending School preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Will be performing reaching and stooping motions repeatedly
• Will be lifting 20-50 pounds repeatedly
• Must accurately measure ingredients for mixing drinks
• Will be moving throughout the bar and venue areas during the entire shift
• Will be working in an environment with loud music, smoke and crowds for
extended periods of time
• Will be standing or in a stationary position for entire shift

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Working environment is fast-paced, often loud and stressful
• Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet

Our Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Professional career development
• Additional benefits

If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online at Brooklyn Bowl Philly) for the opportunity to join the Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia team! Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.