Bartender Fish out of Water

Job Summary: The role of the Bartender is to provide an above and beyond service experience and to ensure that all guests are served beverages and/or food in a timely, friendly, and high-quality way that follows safety procedures for serving alcohol. It is also the responsibility of the Bartender to enrich the guests’ experience and always show genuine interest in their needs. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Set up bar at beginning of shift. 
• Make sure things are clean and stocked. 
• Pick up and count bank. 
• Cut fruit and make purees for the bar. 
• Stock juices and other produce 
• Stock cups napkins and silverware 
• Keep all beer and wine stocked. 
• Keep ice wells filled. 
• Greet all guests upon arrival. 
• Keep the bar clean and sanitized. 
• Upsell food and beverages. 
• Attempt to anticipate the needs of guests. 
• Close/ break down bar and clean all workspaces and equipment. 
• Put all produce away ensuring it is safely stored for use the next day. 
• Wipe/clean all bottles, wells, and surfaces. 
• Clean beer taps 
• Clean and maintain all frozen machines. 
• Take trash to dumpster as needed. 
• Brush and squeegee floors
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: 

• Sufficient education and literacy are necessary to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs. 
• Ability to read write and speak and communicate in basic English preferred. 
• One year of bartending experience in a high-volume restaurant/facility is preferred.
• Must have in-person customer service experience. 
• CPR Certified 
• Food Handling Certification 
• Alcohol Awareness Certification 
• Must be at least 18 years of age to serve alcohol.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Detail oriented and thorough  
• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of guests. 
• Ability to perform consistent work to the highest of standards. 
• Ability to interact with guests in a pleasant friendly way. 
• Extensive knowledge of drink preparation or service 
• Ability to memorize different Food & Beverage menus.
• Ability to remain calm when dealing with unruly and argumentative patrons. 
• Ability to learn cash register software used by bar or restaurant. 
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.