Bartender

Major Objectives:

Interact with guests, take orders, create a positive and memorable guest experience, and serve food/drinks while maintaining company standards. Apply knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, mixing and garnishing drinks, bar etiquette, and food to daily service in a way that allows for maximum profitability. Record and balance transactions in a cash drawer, process payment from guests, and open/maintain tabs throughout the shift in accordance with company policy. Maintain cleanliness of person, restaurant, and work area before, during, and after shift. Confidently handle guest relations including answering questions, making suggestions, and upselling.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare alcohol and non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons. Create Classic, Signature, and innovative drinks to exceed guest needs and expectations within company standards. Assess guest needs and preferences and make appropriate recommendations. Confidently communicate efficiently and effectively with a diverse group of guests. Provide stimulating conversation and use social perception to keep the environment conducive to sales growth. Apply short- and long-term memory tactics to maintain a mental list of guest and team member needs. Practice good time management skills with the guest experience in mind. Build rapport with regular guests to create a positive atmosphere. Work efficiently and restock/replenish bar inventory and supplies throughout and after the shift. Comply with applicable laws and regulations in daily service. Check guests' identification whenever mandated by law or company policy and confirm it meets legal requirements. Follow all policies, procedures, and best practices as outlined in TiPS Program. Maintain a clean and sanitary environment by bussing, pre-bussing, sweeping floors, wiping menus and tabletops, and completing side work and beautifications. Welcome and seat guests, answer the phone, and take take-out orders/delivery orders. Keep checks and tabs organized. Use seat numbers throughout the meal. Split checks whenever requested. Collect payment for every check you start. Any other duties/tasks as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Bartender Qualifications:

Be able to reach, bend, stop and frequently lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and in fluctuating temperatures due to the need to enter the freezer, be on the cooking line, and outdoors on the patio space. Be 21 years of age Obtain TiPS Certification within 60 days of hire. Ability to pass pour tests with or without advanced notice. Ability to pass menu and recipe tests with reasonable amount of preparation time. Have the ability to operate a cash register and POS System. Proven experience working as a bartender or similar role.

Prerequisites:

Consistently detail oriented Strong organization skills Ability to recognize personal shortcomings Excellent verbal and writing skills Ability to listen and understand intents and goals Ability to think creatively and with innovation Professional judgment and discretion that comes from experience in working with customer services, internal teams, and third-party consultants.

Pre-Prerequisites:

Positive attitude Highly organized and efficient multi-tasker Relentless problem-solving skills Will never claim the work of others as their own We are trend setters and standards breakers. Our intent to consistently surprise our audiences by being excellent Ability to anticipate Understanding the difference between causation and correlation We are all broom pushers. Every member of our team is willing to work and support at all levels