Bartender

Wet Willie's; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Indianapolis is seeking a bartender to ensure consistent drink quality by preparing orders quickly and following recipes and guidelines from the Food and Beverage department.

You will maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area while delivering superior guest service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Alcohol service licensing requirements as needed.
• Minimum 1 year experience operating a full service bar.
• Strong knowledge of mixology, drink menus, and cocktails.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Flexible shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Fast-paced work environment experience.
• Excellent customer service with guest interaction.
• Good verbal communication and accurate math for cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a timely and professional manner.
• Verify guests purchasing alcohol are at least 21.
• Possess full knowledge of bar and menu items and make recommendations.
• Accurately take food and beverage orders at the bar and lounge.
• Deliver orders within established time frames.
• Consistently use suggestive selling techniques.
• Ensure alcohol is consumed in designated areas only.
• Set up and maintain stock levels for the bar.
• Assist in placing orders for liquor and bar supplies.
• Conduct inventory of liquor and bar supplies.

Skills

Guest service

Cash handling

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Suggestive selling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

As a Bartender, you ensure consistent drink quality by preparing orders in a short period of time and in accordance with recipes and guidelines established by the Food and Beverage department. You will also maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area in a fast paced environment, while providing superior guest service.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Greet guests in a timely and professional manner
• Verify guests that purchase alcohol are at least 21 years of age
• Possess full knowledge of bar and menu items and be able to make recommendations
• Accurately take food and beverage orders from guests in a timely manner at the bar and lounge area
• Deliver food and beverage orders within established time frames
• Consistently use suggestive selling techniques
• Ensure that alcohol is consumed in designated areas only
• Set up and maintain appropriate stock levels for the bar
• Assist in placing orders for all liquor and bar related supplies
• Conduct inventory of all liquor and bar related supplies

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Obtain any necessary alcohol service licensing requirements
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a full service bar
• Strong knowledge of alcohol mixology, drink menus and classic cocktail preparation
• Ability to stand on feet for an extended period of time
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Excellent customer service skills with strong ability to interact with guests
• Verbal communication skills, and accurate math and cash handling skills