Bartender
We are looking for a customer-focused Bartender to join our team! You will be preparing drinks for customers while creating a friendly and hospitable atmosphere. You are passionate about hospitality and specialize in beverage service and solo dining. Organized, calm, and friendly, you make a point to go above and beyond to make sure customers have exceptional experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Greet all customers with a friendly smile; provide friendly, efficient, and personal service to each customer.
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Take food and drink orders; understand the food and beverage menu to articulate the best possible description and make appropriate recommendations to your guests.
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Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of liquor, wine and beer, including specialty drinks.
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Accurately and efficiently enter orders into POS system.
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Clear and reset counters and tables at the conclusion of each guest visit.
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Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures.
- Promote and support the restaurant’s overall philosophy.
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Communicate with floor managers.
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Monitor food delivery and beverage service.
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Keep abreast of food menu and beverage changes during the service.
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Anticipate what the guests want and do not want.
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Read the guests and determine the correct approach.
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Take the extra step to turn good service into great service and make it an experience each guest will remember.
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Act as the ultimate host on the floor, always looking for ways to exceed the guests’ expectations.
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Handle banking for the station, always handling monies out of the guests’ view.
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Controlling costs by:
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Pouring drinks at proper levels
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Ensuring all beverage items go on the guest check
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Limiting waste
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Taking accurate inventories
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Opening and closing the bar
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Previous knowledge of food service regulations preferred
- Nevada Alcohol Awareness Certification
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Strong customer service and interpersonal communications skills
- Able to stand for long periods of time
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Able to utilize quick thinking and apply quick resolution to guest issues in accordance with the brand standards
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Excellent conflict resolution skills
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Able to work in a fast-paced environment
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Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
