What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bartender position at Sandy Station?
Job brief
We are looking for an enthusiastic bartender to provide an excellent guest drinking experience. The successful candidate will be able to mix and match ingredients in order to create classic and innovative drinks in accordance with customers’ needs and expectations.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- greet customers and present beverage menus
- make recommendations and answer all related inquiries
- check identification of customers to verify they are of legal drinking age
- take orders from serving staff or directly from customers
- record drink orders accurately into register system
- prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with standard recipes
- peel, slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
- mix and garnish cocktails according to standard specs
- serve food to customers seated at the bar
- upsell drink and food items to customers
- respond promptly to requests from customers in a polite and professional fashion
- attempt to limit problems related to customers' excessive drinking by following established procedures
- process transactions using the POS system
- prepare checks for customers
- process customer payments
- arrange glasses and bottles into attractive and functional displays
- ensure clean glasses, bar equipment and working areas
- comply with all health, safety and hygiene standards and policies
- balance the cash register at the start and close of each shift
- monitor inventory
- restock bar inventory
- Proven working experience as a bartender
- Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
- Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
- "Sips & Tips" Certification and Food handlers permit required within 30 days of hire.
Other Qualifications:
-Employees must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
-Employees must have reliable transportation to and from work