Bar Specialist: Craft Drinks & Guest Experience

Ruby Tuesday; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruby Tuesday in Orange Park, FL is seeking a bartender to prepare and responsibly serve beverages in the bar and dining room, following Ruby Tuesday recipes and standards. You will contribute to guest experience and sales performance as directed by management.

You will set up the bar, stock supplies, learn menu items, handle cash and payments, and ensure compliance with food handling and alcohol regulations. The role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Diploma or High School equivalency preferred.
• No prior work experience required.
• Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service.
• Knowledge of and ability to properly prepare mixed drinks and other beverages.
• Ability to understand and comply with proper food handling and serving techniques and with federal, state and local alcohol serving regulations.
• Ability to process cash handling and credit card transactions in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment.
• Attention to details with good organizational and efficient time management skills.
• Consistent professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient

Responsibilities

• Set up bar in compliance with policies, procedures and brand standards as outlined in the bartender playbook.
• Maintain clean bar including proper removal of trash, empty glasses, etc.
• Stock all liquors, beer, wines, mixes, garnishes, glassware and miscellaneous bar supplies
• Follow CHARM service model to deliver a great Guest experience
• Consistently work to meet or exceed sales goals to achieve Bar Tuesday Status
• Learn beverage recipes and menu to explain offerings, make recommendations and suggestively sell to our Guests
• Uphold the highest standards of beverage quality
• Prepare and serve drinks following policies and procedures, proper food handling and serving techniques, alcohol awareness, and federal, state and local regulations.
• Immediately notify management of incidents involving possible excessive alcohol consumption or an impaired condition.
• Process guest checks and payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card and accounting policies and procedures
• Report all tips in compliance with company policy and IRS regulations.
• Consistent professional and positive attitude and actions when communicating with guests and team
• Serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with the Ruby Tuesday Responsible Serving Statement Policy.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Guest service

Beverage prep

Alcohol knowledge

Cash handling

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Calculator

Phone

Job description

Ruby Tuesday in Orange Park, FL is seeking a bartender to prepare and responsibly serve beverages in the bar and dining room, following Ruby Tuesday recipes and standards. You will contribute to guest experience and sales performance as directed by management.

You will set up the bar, stock supplies, learn menu items, handle cash and payments, and ensure compliance with food handling and alcohol regulations. The role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.