Bartender

Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Baton Rouge is seeking an enthusiastic Bartender to provide excellent service to bar patrons. Responsibilities include greeting customers, making drink recommendations, taking orders, and ensuring compliance with alcohol laws. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong knowledge of mixed drinks. Open availability for nights and weekends is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bartender preferred.
• Required Alcohol Server Training as per local/state laws.
• Superb knowledge of mixed drinks, beer, and wine.

Responsibilities

• Greet bar patrons as they enter the establishment.
• Make food and beverage recommendations.
• Take food and beverage orders.
• Check identification for legal alcohol purchase.
• Prepare and serve drink orders promptly.
• Keep track of inventory for bar and tables.
• Adhere to food safety regulations.
• Set up and monitor customer tabs.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of mixed drinks

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Bartender Position

We’re seeking a highly-skilled, friendly, and enthusiastic Bartender to join our staff! As a Bartender, you’ll be responsible for welcoming customers, making food and drink recommendations, and preparing a variety of drinks for the bar’s patrons.

In addition to these practical skills, a Bartender needs to have a strong knowledge of mixed drinks, beer, and wine to best serve our customers.

Bartender Responsibilities

• Greet bar patrons as they enter the establishment
• Make food and beverage recommendations based on customer preferences, informing customers of any specials
• Take food and beverage orders
• Check identification to ensure customers are legally able to purchase alcohol
• Prepare and serve drink orders to customers in a timely manner
• Keep track of inventory to ensure both bar and tables are appropriately stocked
• Adhere to food and safety regulations at all times
• Set up and monitor customer tabs

Bartender Requirements

• High school diploma
• Previous experience as a Bartender preferred
• Required Alcohol Server Training, if required by local and/or state laws
• Superb knowledge of mixed drinks, beer, and wine
• An engaging personality and appropriate appearance
• Open availability for nights and weekends
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to be on your feet and lift 25+ pounds