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Hunter Lodge, a Bluebird by Lark
Bartender
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What they do
A Bartender mixes and prepares cocktails and serves drinks to customers. Works with other wait staff in a bar or restaurant; checks to be sure that customers are legal drinking age. May work at private parties.
$36,417 / year median in New York
+26% projected growth
Job Description
- Engage guests in a professional manner with a warm greeting
- Assist in maintaining cleanliness, upkeep, organization and maintenance of the lounge space
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of food and beverage products, menus, additions and promotions; answer all questions about beverages and food; assess their needs and preferences to make suggestions
- Up-sell/suggestively sell food and beverages by describing each item in an appealing way to increase check average and broaden guest' experience
- Accurately ring in orders on POS (Point of sales) quickly, in proper sequence and use appropriate charges
- Assure needs of guests are continually being met in a courteous and professional manner throughout the duration of their visit
- Maintain food and beverage control (i.e., liquor portion control, age verification); follow guidelines and practices outlined in TIPs training
- Measure and mix beverages as ordered, in accordance with company procedures and policies
- Follow alcohol awareness procedures for preventing and handling intoxicated guests
- Stock the bar, polish glasses, fill ice bins, clean, and tasks necessary for smooth operation and guest service
- Promptly prepare bills for items ordered, collect and process payments, enter into POS system, make change correctly, and make charge transactions accurately
- Handle house bank and follow all cash handling procedures
- Reconcile and balance all sales transactions at the end of each shift; generate closing reports
- Arrange bottles, glasses and bar items in an attractive manner which meets our standards
- Pass all required job-related tests
- Properly wash glassware using bar sinks/and or dishwashers
- Safely use appropriate cleaning compounds and chemicals; comply with health and safety regulations, policies, procedures