Bartender

Wet Willie's; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Irvine, CA is seeking a Bartender to ensure consistent drink quality and fast service while delivering superior guest experiences.

The role requires knowledge of cocktails, strong customer service, and the ability to work flexible shifts in a fast-paced environment. You will greet guests, verify ages, take orders, and maintain bar stock with accuracy and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum of experience operating a full-service bar.
• Strong knowledge of mixology, drink menus and classic cocktails.
• Excellent customer service with the ability to engage guests.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work flexible shifts.
• Basic math and cash handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a timely and professional manner.
• Verify guests purchasing alcohol are at least 21 years old.
• Know bar and menu items and be able to make recommendations.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately at the bar and lounge.
• Deliver orders within established time frames.
• Use suggestive selling techniques effectively.
• Ensure alcohol is consumed in designated areas.
• Set up and maintain bar stock levels.
• Assist in placing orders for liquor and bar supplies.
• Conduct inventory of liquor and bar supplies.

Skills

Bar experience

Cocktail making

Customer service

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