Bartender

Tennessee Performing Arts Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Performing Arts Center is seeking Concession Bartenders to provide friendly beverage service and concessions to guests during TPAC events.

You will set up and breakdown locations, mix drinks, greet guests, verify IDs, handle payments, and keep areas clean and stocked while complying with all liquor laws.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid TABC permit, 1–2 years of related experience, and knowledge of Tennessee liquor laws and health requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid TABC Permit required.
• 1–2 years of related experience or training.
• Must be 18 years or older with knowledge of Tennessee liquor laws.
• Must meet state and city health requirements for food handling and alcoholic beverage service.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to a team-based culture focused on respect, communication, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Set up and breakdown of permanent and portable sales locations.
• Utilize high quality spirits, liqueurs, fruits, mixers to create drinks for guests.
• Greet guests, verify age, take beverage orders, mix drinks, and serve quickly in compliance with laws and standards.
• Perform cash handling, manage assigned bank, and process payments for drinks served.
• Maintain an organized, clean bar area and assist with inventory and reports.
• Work TPAC events and receptions with a flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SalesVu

Clover

Job description

Reports to: Director of Food and Beverage

Position Overview

Concession Bartenders are responsible for positive guest interactions while accurately mixing and serving beverages and concessions to guests in a friendly and efficient manner.

Primary Responsibilities

• Contributes to a team-based culture focused on respect, communication, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Set up/breakdown of permanent and portable sales locations.
• Utilize high quality spirits, liqueurs, fruits, mixers to create sensational drinks for guests.
• Greet guests, check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol, take beverage orders directly from guests, mix drinks, cocktails and other bar beverages as ordered, able to create and serve drinks in a timely manner and in compliance with TABC Liquor Laws/Rules and company standards.
• Previous cash handling, handle an assigned bank, and follow all cash handling procedures, collect payment for drinks served.
• Ensure that the assigned bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests, prepare inventory and/or inventory requests as needed to replenish supplies, and complete all issued inventory control reports.
• Maintain an organized and clean working area by performing general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards. (sweeping, mopping, cleaning of glass doors and windows, etc.) as needed, and take trash to trash compactor.
• Work TPAC events and receptions as directed by F&B Management, at least four (4) shifts each month, and a flexible schedule as determined by TPAC’s show schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned.

Skills and Knowledge

• Required:High school diploma or equivalent, valid TABC Permit, and 1-2 years of related experience or training. Must 18 years or older with knowledge of Tennessee liquor laws and regulations. Must meet state and city health requirements for food handling and alcoholic beverage service. Comfortable with navigating F&B areas and various theater settings. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent verbal and written communication. Strong customer service skills.
• Preferred:Familiar with IOS/iPads, extensive knowledge of beer/wine/liquor and drink recipes, and the ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items. Food handlers’ certificate. Experience working in high volume bars, restaurants, and venues.

Software and Services Used

• SalesVu and Clover

Frequent Functions and Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends.

TPAC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of the employment process will be merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship or other protected characteristics.