Bartender | Part-Time | Donald L Tucker Civic Center at Florida State University

Bartender

The Bartender is responsible for the service of all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. They must be personable, professional, and able to work in an ever changing fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

This role pays an hourly rate of $15.50 and is tip eligible

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching

Evergreen role: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate ability to meet the company standard for excellence in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers and uniform standards.
• Follow the bar pre-shift notes and bar menus and provide service as described.
• Serve alcoholic beverages following all proper procedures for serving alcoholic drinks including state/federal regulations pertaining to the distribution of alcohol.
• Responsible to learn or have knowledge of various beer, wine varieties & spirits available, and be able to learn to suggestively upsell products to guests.
• Must pour drinks responsibly in accordance with company standards for serving size.
• Must check guest's ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
• Must communicate a cut-off to a guest as required.
• Listening and responding to any customer requests or concerns.
• Bartenders are expected to de-escalate intoxicated guest situations. If a guest becomes confrontational, belligerent, or uses extreme profanity, the bartender may contact management or security as required.
• Contact a management member if he/she is unable to resolve or make a decision beyond the scope of standard decision-making.
• Request additional product or restock product as required.
• Ability to handle cash accurately is required. Employee is responsible for issued bank at his/her bar.
• Always maintains a clean and sanitary workstation. Ensures bar equipment is clean & well maintained.
• Other duties as assigned such as set-up and breakdown of bar equipment as required and assisting with organization of the cooler.

Qualifications

• Six months or more experience bartending in high volume environment.
• Ability to accurately handle register and revenue collections through POS system is required.
• Ability to meet the company standard of excellence in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers, and uniform standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of liquor laws.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have knowledge or ability to learn about various beer, wine & spirits available.
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid ServSafe Alcohol certificate prior to working at Donald L Tucker Civic Center.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and long hours.
• Bartending school preferred.