Bartender

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Bartender REPORTS TO: Restaurant Manager

JOB #:

DATE: DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for set-up, mixing of drinks, service and cleanup of bar area while enduring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.

Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.

Ring guest checks; collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.

Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.

Know and comply with state liquor laws.

Ensure established pars are maintained.

Perform all side work duties according to side work schedules.

No travel required.

Hours - scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES - None

SUPERVISORY DUTIES - None

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Skills

Ability to read, speak and communicate clearly both written & verbal.

Ability to accurately count cash/give change..

Ability to operate cash register.

Ability to lift up to 36 lbs.

Abilities

Lifting and carrying cases of liquor, soda, ice and glasses.

Bending and kneeling to get and stock supplies and glassware.

Reach and pour bottles, reach for glasses.

Continuous standing behind bar to serve guests.

No climbing required.

No driving required.

Must have excellent hearing to hear guests and servers, drink orders and questions.

Must have excellent vision to be able to handle cash, credit cards, ID's and to identify proper supplies and drink items.

Must have good speech skills in order to communicate with guests and servers.

Must have good comprehension and literacy in order to handle cash, credit cards, input into computer and identify proper supplies.

Chemicals/agents used - Cleaning and sanitizing solutions for glassware and bar cleaning

Education/Formal Training

No formal education required.

Experience

One year bartending experience preferred.

Material/Equipment Used

Blender for drinks, computer for cash handling, credit card approval and imprint machines.

Environment

Inside 100% of 8 hour shift.

May have to go into cooler for garnishes and other items.