Bartender

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Year-end bonus
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

The Oakland Yacht Club, located in Alameda, California, along the Alameda/Oakland Estuary, is one of the oldest yacht clubs in the Bay Area.  It was incorporated in 1913 and was originally on the Oakland side of the estuary.    The goal of all the staff at the Oakland Yacht Club is to exceed the members' expectations for friendliness and service.   We are seeking a Bartender to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for taking member orders, making drink recommendations, keeping the bar area clean and inviting, and creating a variety of traditional and creative cocktails. The ideal candidate is energetic, customer-service oriented, and passionate about mixology. 

Responsibilities 

• Take drink and food orders
• Confirm patrons are of legal drinking age and follow all state and federal laws for serving alcoholic beverages 
• Operate POS register and collect payments
• Order, maintain, and restock inventory of bar supplies and ingredients
• Perform duties associated with opening and closing the bar, including cleaning and sanitizing

Qualifications

• Currently holds a State Food Handler Card/License
• High school diploma/GED
• Previous experience in food service, hospitality, or bartending is preferred
• Mixology or hospitality certification is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages and bar menu items 
• Legal age to serve alcoholic beverages
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and multi task
• Excellent customer service and time management skills
• Must be able to communicate in English 
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos written in English 
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• The position requires being in a standing position for extended periods of time, bending, reaching, lifting, and squatting 
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 25lbs 
• Complete all additional tasks assigned by the supervisor deemed necessary to the success of the operation, satisfaction of the members, or the safety and sanitation of the facility, staff, and members of the Club