Bartender

BOURBON & BONES - OLD TOWN; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrual PTO

Dining discounts

Shoe program

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

401(k)

Medical & Prescription

Dental & Vision

HSA

Wellness Program

Job summary

Bourbon & Bones Lounge - Square One Concepts in Scottsdale seeks a professional bartender to craft high-quality cocktails, serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, and deliver exceptional guest service.

You will oversee liquor stock, handle payments, check IDs, upsell menu items, and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced fine-dining setting. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. Competitive pay, PTO, and dining discounts are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as bartender in a fine dining or upscale bar.
• Knowledge of spirits, wines, beers and craft cocktails.
• Ability to work fast-paced, flexible hours incl. evenings/weekends/holidays.
• Valid Food Handlers and Alcohol Service certifications.
• Experience with bar stock management.

Responsibilities

• Receive orders from guests and servers.
• Craft and serve cocktails, liquor, wines, beers, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and organization.
• Prepare garnishes and stock bar before shift.
• Check IDs to verify legal drinking age.
• Process payments accurately.
• Upsell menu items and suggest pairings.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health protocols.

Skills

Bartender 2+ years

Spirits & wine knowledge

Mixology & garnishes

Cash handling / POS

Team player

Tools

Aloha POS

Hot Schedule

Paylocity

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

Bourbon & Bones Lounge - Square One Concepts, is seeking a professional and experienced Bartender to join the team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating high-quality cocktails, serving alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages to guests, providing excellent customer service, oversee the stock of liquor and bar supplies, and collect money for drinks served.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receives orders from guests and servers.
• Craft and serve high quality cocktails, liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered.
• Ensure that fruit and other garnishes are prepared and stocked ahead of the opening of the bar.
• Maintains the bar and keeps it clean and always organized.
• Attractively displays glasses and liquor bottles.
• Engage with guests in a friendly and approachable manner, making recommendations on drinks that complement their meal and building rapport with guest.
• Upsell and promote menu items, including suggesting wine pairing and recommending dishes that complement specific drinks.
• Ensures that customers are of legal drinking age by checking photo IDs.
• Processing payments accurately and efficiently, including handling cash and credit card transactions.
• Uses proper judgment and, when necessary, refuses service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive.
• Following safety and health protocols, including properly storing and handling alcohol and maintaining a clean and sanitized workspace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a bartender in a fine dining or upscale bar environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of various spirits, wines, beers, and experience crafting unique cocktails that complement the restaurant's cuisine.
• Familiarity with different mixing techniques, garnishes, and glassware to create visually appealing and delicious drinks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid Food Handlers Certification
• Must have an Alcohol Service Licensing or certification.
• Ability to learn cash register software used by bar or restaurant POS - Aloha, Hot Schedule, Paylocity

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least twenty-one years old.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a fine dining server in a restaurant or similar environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks.
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds.

Benefits & Perks:

• Accrual up to 40 hours of PTO
• Dining Discounts - 50% off your meal at any Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers and 25% off your meal at any Bourbon & Bones
• Corporate Shoe Program through Shoes for Crews and Skechers
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• 401(k)

Full Time employees are eligible for the following additional benefits:

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental & Vision
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Wellness Program
• Discount Pet Care Plan