Bartender

American Social - Miami (Brickell); Miami (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

American Social - Miami (Brickell) seeks an experienced bartender to provide excellent guest service. You will greet guests, take beverage orders, and prepare drinks per recipes while offering suggestions. The role requires staying attentive under pressure and complying with liquor laws.

You should be fluent in English, hold an Alcohol Awareness Certification, and be able to work late-night shifts, potentially 12 AM–4 AM. A food handling certificate is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must meet local age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Fingerprinted and state guidelines followed for serving.
• Fluent in English (speak, read, write).
• Alcohol Awareness Certification required.
• Food handling certificate a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and guide beverage ordering with recommendations.
• Prepare drink orders per recipes and special requests.
• Deliver beverages/food and maintain positive guest experience.
• Closes guest check and collects payment; invites return.
• Ensure orders are accurate and comply with liquor laws.

Skills

Fluent English

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Alcohol Awareness Certification

Food handling certification

Job description

Job Functions

• Live and embraces American Social Vision and Core Values
• Reports to work on time and prepared for the shift
• Follows all Image and Appearance standards
• Has a positive attitude and provides the best service possible
• Promptly and courteously greets guests
• Guides guests through beverage and food ordering process, while making specific suggestions
• Has the ability to confidently describe and sell all items on the food and beverage menus
• Ability to answer questions in regards to ingredients, substitutions and allergens
• Prepares drink orders for servers and guests according to recipe or special requests
• Delivers beverages and food and maintains engagement to ensure a positive experience
• Ensures food and drink orders are accurate
• Closes guest experience by collecting payment and inviting back
• Complies with all state and federal liquor laws by requesting that guests present a valid ID
• Adheres to alcohol awareness procedures for preventing guest intoxication
• Enters guests’ take-out orders into POS system to fulfill guests’ orders
• Maintains supplies, fresh ice, garnish containers, juices, liquor, beer and wine stock
• Changes beer kegs, soft drink containers, and CO2 tanks to ensure fresh product
• Performs bar set up and closing duties
• Ensures all bar equipment is in proper working order, communicating problems when necessary
• Cleans, sanitizes and, polishes glassware ensuring cleanliness and presentation standards
• Cleans and prepares tables for new guests
• Stocks supplies and keeps a clean and organized environment
• Practices teamwork during all shifts and supports both FOH and BOH priorities
• Works cohesively with all Team Members
• Flexible to assist in other departments as requested
• Works well under pressure
• Follows the direction of the Managers on duty
• Supports and follows all Marketing initiatives
• Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, and administrative procedures

Qualifications

• Must meet local, legal minimum age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages
• 3 years of experience as a Bartender
• Ability to work Late Night shifts, potentially to between 12 AM – 4AM
• Works assigned scheduled shifts
• Alcohol Awareness Certification required
• Food handling certificate a plus
• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
• Ability to transport items up to 30 pounds
• Able to remain standing and active for an 8-12 hour shift.
• Able to tolerate exposure to cold temperatures (below 0° F) throughout the shift.
• Able to hear, understand, and respond to requests in a loud environment
• Skill and coordination at using hands to pour drinks, carry glasses, cut garnishes, etc.