Bartender

The Stray Dog Bar & Grill; New Buffalo (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A local bar and grill in New Buffalo is seeking an experienced Bartender to provide exceptional service and create a welcoming atmosphere. Responsibilities include greeting guests, accurately processing orders, and maintaining a clean bar area. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of bartending experience and strong customer service skills. Availability during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. This position offers both seasonal and year-round part-time and full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• 2+ years of bartending experience.
• Available during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High energy and multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly upon seating.
• Record and submit all orders accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness in the bar area.
• Serve drinks following standard recipes.
• Resolve customer complaints promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Bartender

Job Type: seasonal and year-round, part-time and full-time

The Stray Dog is looking for a bartender who is experienced, knowledgeable, hardworking, and detail-oriented. As a bartender, you will create a welcoming environment, guide guests through their dining experience, and ensure each guest has had a memorable experience. If you are a proactive team player with a passion for the food and beverage industry, we want to hear from you!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Great guests with a warm, sincere smile promptly upon seating.
• Record and submit all orders, process payments, and balance all receipts accurately.
• Be knowledgeable of menu details and company information to answer guest questions.
• Exceed expectations for each guest experience and anticipate guests’ needs.
• Proficiently operate the POS system and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Serve drinks while maintaining a clean and sanitary bar area.
• Follow recipes and prepare drinks to the highest standard and consistency.
• Listen to and resolve customer complaints, questions, or suggestions in a timely manner.
• Adhere to proper alcohol handling, sanitation, and safety procedures and maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all beverage items.
• Complete cleaning tasks according to daily and weekly schedules.
• Complete opening and closing tasks and side work as needed during shift.
• Assist with orienting and training new employees as instructed by management.
• Participate in and contribute to staff meetings or projects designed to improve quality of service and employee productivity.
• Communicate with other FOH team members to ensure each guest’s needs are fulfilled.
• Perform any other relevant tasks as instructed by management.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• At least 21 years of age
• 2+ years of bartending experience
• Available during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong skills in customer service, communication, planning, problem-solving, and teamwork
• High energy levels and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment