Bartender

Uncle Mike's; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Bar Staff member to provide timely and friendly beverage service. Responsibilities include taking orders, preparing drinks, and maintaining cleanliness in the bar area. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a good understanding of common drink recipes. This position can be full-time or part-time.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to communicate and understand predominant languages of guests.
• Working knowledge of beer, wine, liquor, and common drink recipes.
• Ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
• Physical stamina to work standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly service while preparing quality beverages.
• Take and record beverage orders accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the bar area.
• Know and describe the wine and beer list in detail.
• Assist in restocking and replenishing bar inventory.

Skills

Communication

Basic math skills

Knowledge of drink recipes

Job description

Overview

Provide timely, accurate and friendly service while preparing the highest quality beverages for our guests. This job can be full time or part time.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers with 100% accuracy.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant's standard drink recipes.
• Learn the names and personally recognize our regulars.
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks, appetizers for bar patrons.
• Organize bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness & sanitation in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Know all ingredients, cooking preparations and portions sizes for all items on current menus.
• Know the wine & beer list and be able to describe a majority of the wines with detail & knowledge.
• Take food and beverage orders from guests, enter orders in our point-of-sale system which relays orders to the kitchen and bar with 100% accuracy.
• Deliver food and beverages from kitchen and bar to guests in a timely matter.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
• Complete any other tasks or directives issued by your Manager or Superiors in a polite, timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Be 18 years of age.
• Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of our guests.
• Have working knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
• Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (in excess of 8 hours).
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.