Bartender

Beverage Service Job

Provide timely, accurate and friendly service while preparing the highest quality beverages for our guests. This job can be full time or part time.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers with 100% accuracy.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Learn the names and personally recognize our regulars.
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks, appetizers for bar patrons.
• Organize bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness & sanitation in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Know all ingredients, cooking preparations and portion sizes for all items on current menus.
• Know the wine & beer list and be able to describe a majority of the wines with detail & knowledge.
• Take food and beverage orders from guests, enter orders in our point-of-sale system which relays orders to the kitchen and bar with 100% accuracy.
• Deliver food and beverages from kitchen and bar to guests in a timely manner.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
• Complete any other tasks or directives issued by your manager or superiors in a polite, timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Be 18 years of age.
• Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of our guests.
• Have working knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
• Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (in excess of 8 hours).
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.