Bartender

Avenue-of-the-Arts-Costa-Mesa,-A-Tribute-Portfolio-Hote; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is seeking a bartender to deliver timely, accurate and friendly service while crafting high-quality beverages for guests at the bar and restaurant. Ideal candidates bring at least one year of bartending experience, solid knowledge of cocktails, standards, and liquor laws, plus strong guest service and cash handling skills.

This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• One year bartending experience preferred.
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages, cocktail recipes, glassware and service.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local liquor laws.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety laws.
• Exceptional guest service skills.
• Cash handling experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Record drink orders accurately into the register system.
• Accept guest payments and process charges.
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Prepare garnishes and replenish bar snacks.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and organization.
• Present drink menus and answer beverage questions.
• Serve food orders to guests at the bar.
• Report equipment issues to the manager and assist with inventory.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• General cleaning duties and other tasks as directed by management.

Skills

Bartending experience

Drink knowledge

Liquor laws knowledge

Sanitation & safety

Guest service skills

Cash handling

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Standing long hours

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW:

As a bartender you are responsible to provide timely, accurate and friendly service while preparing the highest quality beverages for our guests.

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Learns 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.
• Maintains 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 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.
• 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.
• General cleaning duties.
• Other restaurant tasks as required by management or leadership

The ideal candidate for this position:

• One year bartending experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Alcoholic Beverages, Cocktail recipes, preparation methods, glassware, equipment and service.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local liquor laws.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety laws.
• Exceptional guest service skills.
• Cash handling skills.
• Good sense of balance and able to lift, bend, kneel, stoop, and perform overhead work.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Effective and professional oral communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

Source: Hospitality Online