Bartender

High Hampton; Cashiers (NC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

High Hampton in Cashiers, NC seeks a bartender for the May–November season. You will prepare drinks to high service standards, master cocktails, and engage guests with hospitality excellence.

Required: 1 year fine dining beverage experience, high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of wine service, and a willingness to obtain a TABC permit. Must work weekends/holidays and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year beverage experience in a fine dining setting.
• Basic knowledge of wine service.
• Willing to obtain a TABC server permit before start/date end grace period.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of cocktails, beverages, and cordials.
• Maintains bar area to meet guests' needs.
• Mixes drinks for dining room orders from servers.
• Cleans and maintains bar equipment and setup.
• Engages guests about the bar programs and specials.
• Opens and closes bar per manual and standards.
• Takes drink orders at the bar and charges to guest name/room.
• Maintains inventory and performs closes for satellite bars.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mathematical skills

Decision making under pressure

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Wine knowledge basics

TABC server permit (willing to obtain)

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.1525 Hwy 107 South Cashiers, NC 28717The purpose of the Bartender position is to provide thorough knowledge and understanding of our beverage collection and prepare drink orders to the Standards of Service. They will be expected to uphold our highest standards of hospitality by being attentive, professional, and efficient behind the bar at all times. They will be expected to have a comprehensive understanding of all the products behind the bar. Additionally, they will be responsible for mixing and serving all drinks ordered and mastering the execution of classic and craft cocktails.Pay Range: $20.00–$30.00 per hour. Starting compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and other job-related factors.This is a seasonal position from May through November, with the potential for continued, year-round employment based on performance and business needs.Must have the flexibility to work weekends and holidays.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:Knowledge of a range of cocktails, beverages, and cordialsMaintains assigned bar or station to fit guests’ needsMakes drinks for the dining room from server ordersCleans and maintains bar equipmentEngages and educates our guests as to why our bar programs are specialOpens and closes bar(s) according to bar manual and standardsTakes drink orders at the barCharges drink orders to correct guest name/roomSets up and breaks down satellite barsSocks and maintains various inventory on the propertyMust comply with all company policies and procedures.Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.Must be able to work well with other Team Members and Managers and interact with our guests.EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred1-year experience in the beverage area in a fine dining establishmentBasic knowledge of wine service requiredNeed to have or be willing to obtain a TABC server’s permit before start date or end of the grace periodLANGUAGE SKILLSMust have excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to communicate with guests, team members and managers effectivelyMATHEMATICAL SKILLSBasic knowledge and understanding of mathMust be able to do property-wide charging and closing out of checksREASONING ABILITYMust be able to make decisions under pressureMust be able to manage diverse tasks simultaneouslyMust be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goalsPHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Must be able to be on feet for an extended periodMust be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safelyWORK ENVIRONMENTDining Room, Bar and Kitchen areasMust be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions