Bartender
Ideal is looking for enthusiastic team members who work comfortably in fast-paced environments and have a passion for customer service. Bartenders prepare a variety of beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) for guests. Successful candidates multitask while preparing beverages and create a friendly customer atmosphere.
Position Overview
Works in both high-volume and refined settings, offering classic cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits. Possesses a strong knowledge of drink recipes and techniques, delivering quality service while interacting with guests in a polished manner. Able to handle a busy bar environment or more intimate settings, depending on the venue.
Responsibilities
- Beverage Preparation: Prepare and serve a wide variety of classic cocktails (e.g., margaritas, martinis, old-fashioneds, mules) and provide high-quality drink service.
- Guest Interaction: Provide exceptional guest service, take orders, and recommend drinks tailored to guests' preferences.
- Age Verification: Verify guest identification to ensure compliance with legal drinking age requirements.
- Customer Experience: Maintain an engaging and friendly atmosphere while ensuring guests' needs are met.
- Inventory Management: Keep bar inventory stocked, restock when necessary, and manage alcohol levels to prevent shortages during service.
- Speed and Efficiency: Efficiently serve drinks during peak hours while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Handling Difficult Guests: Recognize and manage intoxicated or disruptive guests according to company protocols.
- POS System: Accurately enter orders and process payments through the POS system.
- Compliance: Adhere to food safety, alcohol laws, and other industry-specific regulations.
- Operations: Set up and break down event spaces as required by the venue.
Requirements
- Bar kit.
- Previous work experience as a bartender.
- Excellent knowledge in mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks.
- Basic math and computer skills; POS system experience preferred.
- Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- A relevant training certificate may be required.
- Understand and comply with food and beverage regulations.
- Ability to meet physical demands, including walking, standing, and lifting heavy items for extended periods.
