Description

The position of the bartender is to provide an excellent guest experience, make signature cocktails, and offer recommendations regarding the local craft beers and wines offered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
• Plan and present bar menu
• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations
• Superior knowledge of classic cocktails, as well as the capability to quickly and efficiently build, shake, and create them for clientele
• Exemplify outstanding communication skills, with the aptitude to create unique experiences for clientele and promote wonderful customer service
• Check in with clientele to ensure satisfaction
• Embody a strong and efficient work ethic, including, but not limited to keeping a clean and tidy work area, keeping guest areas clean, polishing chinaware e.

g. glassware, plate-ware, silverware

• Complete opening / closing duties, follow standards in place, as well as filling out prep / checklist
• Adhere to cash handling policies with the ability to perform credit card charges as well as provide guests with accurate bills and ring in all orders accurately and at the time of the sale
• Must have knowledge of pour-cost control, as well as participate in inventory, and determine adequate par levels

JOB SPECIFICATIONS :

• Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
• Computer literacy
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
• Relevant training certificate

Bartenders attend to restaurant patrons in a friendly, helpful and efficient manner. Bartenders serve drink orders both directly to customers and indirectly through servers to diners seated at tables.

Bartenders will learn the restaurant menu to be able to answer guests’ questions and offer recommendations. Bartender help set the restaurant for service and complete side work after their shifts.

Bartenders also may serve as manager on duty, supervising floor staff, accepting server checkouts and communicating issues to management.

Requirements

At least 1 year experience as a Bartender in a high-volume restaurant

Knowledge of Toast or similar POS system

Knowledge of wine, beer and cocktails

Able to work in a consistently fast-paced environment

Commitment to high-quality service

ABC permit or ability to procure one within three days of hire

Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand on feet up to 10 hours per shift

Pay : $4.50 per hour plus tips

Job Type : Full-time and part-time positions available.

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Company Overview

Babalu is a fun, hip restaurant serving up bold flavors using fresh ingredients. And that’s not limited to the food. Our bar offers hand-crafted cocktails that incorporate fresh juices and ingredients that set us apart from our peers.

But none of that is possible without a strong team working behind the scenes. Babalu is a fresh concept that inspires fun for staff and guests alike! We truly believe that the happiness of the people who work with us is just as important as the happiness of our guests.

At Babalu, we aren't just co-workers; we are family.

Job Summary

Our bar offers hand-crafted cocktails that incorporate fresh juices and ingredients that set us apart from our peers. Our ideal bartenders are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to providing outstanding hospitality for each and every guest.

As a bartender, you ensure consistent drink quality by preparing hand-crafted cocktail orders in a timely and professional manner and in accordance with recipes and guidelines established by the Food and Beverage department.

You will also maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area in a fast-paced environment while providing superior guest service.

If you're ready for a job you'll love, apply to be a part of our team.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring proper prep quantities at all times.
• Effective communication with your teammates.
• Ability to multitask.
• ID guests appropriately.
• Cash handling.
• General bar duties.

Qualifications

• Can obtain any necessary alcohol service licensing requirements
• Prior experience as a bartender preferred but not required
• Strong knowledge of alcohol mixology, drink menus and classic cocktail preparation preferred
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Ability to effectively implement the three Cs : coordination, consolidation, and communication
• Ability to abide by all state, federal regulations and restaurant liquor policies
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent hospitality skills
• Accurate math and cash handling skills
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication with guests and coworkers
• Demonstrate good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Benefits / Perks

• Opportunity for Advancement
• Companywide Food Discounts
• Direct Deposit
• Qualified Employees :
• Insurance Offerings
• 401K with employer match

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We offer :

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and Transportation Benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program refer a friend and earn a bonus

Summary

• The Bartender is responsible for greeting customers, taking drink / food orders, mixing ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, and sugar to prepare cocktails and other drinks, as well as serving beer and other beverages, and completing transactions;
• communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and the servers as necessary; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times;

performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending up local requirements.

Essential Functions

• Greets customers and takes food order; provides information about products and looks for opportunity to up-sell products
• Follows recipes and / or product directions for mixing beverages
• Collects payments and operates cash registers for drinks and / or food served following company established cash handling policies and procedures for all transactions;

secures all monies at the end of each shift

• Follows alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and deals with intoxicated guests
• Follows all HMSHost customer service, adult beverage and cash handling policies and procedures
• Ensures a clean, sanitized and well stocked bar
• Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment

• Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages
• Requires at least 1 year of closely related bartending experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred
• Requires knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits as well as their preparation and presentation keeping updated on new and revised beverage recipes
• Demonstrates the ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing manner
• Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
• Requires the ability to lift and / or move up to 40 pounds
• Requires the ability to walk, bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions
• Cash handling and customer service experience preferred
• Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran (M / F / D / V)Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

Benefits

Competitive compensationFlexible spending account for health expenses401(k) retirement savings planPaid VacationEmployee and family members comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision care, long term disability, short term disability, and life insuranceCredit Union MembershipHMSHost benefits vary by location and some associates may not be eligible for certain benefits.

Associates covered by a collective bargaining agreement may be eligible for different benefits. HMSHost reserves the right to amend and / or terminate a benefit plan at any time.

At Genghis Grill, we want you to succeed! Benefits offered : Competitive Wages, Flexible work schedules, Diverse Work Environment, 401K, and FREE Teammate meals & Discounts.

Opportunities for advancement and career growth within.

Health Insurance Benefits are available for full-time teammates.

Bartender Job Purpose Provides timely, accurate, and friendly guest service. Grows sales through repeat guests, increased sales, and profitability.

Ensures consistent beverage quality by preparing orders quickly and in accordance with recipes and guidelines. Assists bar and to-go guests.

Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate outstanding hospitality and service throughout each shift with guests, managers, and team members
• Demonstrates teamwork
• Takes food and beverage orders from guests
• Accepts guest payments and processes quickly and accurately in accordance with Genghis Grill cash handling policies
• Follows company cash handling policies and procedures
• Completes opening duties, shift, and closing duties
• Prepares non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages for bar and dining room guests
• Assists guests at the bar top and with to-go orders
• Follows all sanitation and safety policies
• Maintains the bar ensuring it remains stocked throughout the shift
• Prepares all bases and garnishes for alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages
• Performs other duties as assigned by management
• Maintains a safe working environment and report any safety issues to management immediately
• Maintains valid state and local food handlers and alcohol certifications
• Adheres to all Genghis Grill policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Advises Restaurant Manager / General Manager / Regional Director of any non-routine

Qualifications

• Must be motivated and have a high energy level
• Must be guest-centric, demonstrating a desire to be of service
• Must be organized
• Must be able to excel in high-pressure environments
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Must have a calm and friendly demeanor at all times
• Must have a working knowledge of beer, wine, liquor, and common drink recipes
• Must be respectful of all guests, managers, team members, and vendors
• Must be able to recognize common signs of intoxication and know how to address the situation following Genghis Grill standards
• Must maintain all required state and local food and alcohol certifications
• Must be available to a variety of opens, swings, and closes including weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift / carry up to 50 lb.
• Must be capable of constant walking, standing, stooping, and reaching in any direction
• Must have manual dexterity
• If you need any accommodation from Genghis Grill to enable you to perform essential job functions, please let us know

Verbal and Reasoning Requirements

Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to co-workers and managers. Must be able to engage in a two-way conversation with the customer on the floor.

Must have the ability to read and / or follow verbal instructions and implement the same. Must be capable of applying common sense and understanding to carry out oral and / or written instructions.

Must understand and adhere to service standards.