This position is responsible to the Beverage Manager/Supervisor for providing superior beverage service to bar guests and service staff alike and for maintaining bar standards of cleanliness. The bartender will be responsible for cashiering for the restaurant and banquet cash bar functions, and is accountable for cash accuracy at the close of business.
Essential Job Functions:
Education: High School diploma and two years bartending experience in upscale environment required. Recent graduates of mixology school with one year server, barback or some bartending experience will be considered. Must be familiar with state beverage service laws.
Experience: A Minimum of one-year successful bartending experience in a restaurant or club establishment is required for this position.
Skills: Excellent bartending skills and knowledge of a variety of mixed drinks is required. Computer literacy and fundamental computer point-of-sales skills are needed for this position. Excellent people skills, even under stressful, faced paced work situations, are required for this position. Strong organizational skills-the ability to work quickly, efficiently and neatly while focusing on providing superior customer service-are needed in this position. The ability to think on your feet, prioritize customer needs and requests and to do several things simultaneously is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities: NONE
Equipment to be used: Must be able to operate a touch screen computer running point-of-sales and cash registers. Knowledge of draft beer and soda fountain equipment as well as blender, frozen drink machines and other typical bar equipment is essential.
Typical Physical Demands: This position requires moderate strength and physical fitness. Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds and remain standing for long periods of time. The position also requires repeated bending, stooping, reaching and a normal range of hearing and vision. Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods of time. Ability to handle high stress levels during service hours.. And the ability to work in extreme temperatures during long shifts.