Bartender

Paradies Lagardère; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradies Lagardère in Missouri is seeking a Bartender to deliver friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced dining environment. You will prepare and serve beverages, take orders, and process transactions while upholding safety and alcohol service standards.

The role requires at least 1 year of bartending experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong cash handling and math skills. Open availability Monday through Sunday is required to cover peak periods.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year of bartending experience required.
• Cash handling procedures and basic math skills to process transactions.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Take food and beverage orders and answer menu questions.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages per recipes.
• Process orders and payments through the POS system.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and exceptional service.
• Maintain a clean, stocked bar area and follow safety guidelines.
• Verify age and comply with alcohol service laws.
• Assist with opening, ongoing, and closing side work.

Skills

Cash handling

Basic math

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Bartender
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
POSITION REPORTS TO: General Manager
DEPARTMENT: Dining
SHIFT: Open Availability Required (Monday-Sunday, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak business periods)

Position Summary

The Bartender is responsible for creating exceptional guest experiences by delivering friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable service in a fast-paced environment. This position prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, takes food and beverage orders, processes transactions, and maintains a clean and organized bar area. The Bartender serves as an ambassador of hospitality, ensuring every guest receives outstanding service while adhering to all company, safety, and alcohol service standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Exceed First Class Service standards and behaviors with every guest, business partner, and team member.
• Greet guests promptly and create a welcoming and engaging atmosphere.
• Take food and beverage orders, answer menu questions, and make recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and company standards.
• Identify opportunities for additional sales through suggestive selling and exceptional guest service.
• Accurately process orders and payments through the POS system.
• Respond professionally and effectively to guest concerns and service issues.
• Monitor alcohol consumption and follow all responsible alcohol service procedures to prevent intoxication.
• Verify age requirements and comply with all alcohol service laws and regulations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, organized, and fully stocked bar area at all times.
• Inventory beverages, garnishes, and operating supplies and communicate replenishment needs to management.
• Follow all health, safety, food handling, and sanitation guidelines.
• Complete opening, ongoing, and closing side work responsibilities.
• Build guest loyalty through exceptional hospitality and personalized service.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment free of safety hazards, including sweeping, mopping, and cleaning work areas.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies as well as local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Position Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of bartending experience required.
• Previous food and beverage or hospitality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and basic math skills required to process transactions and make change accurately.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment when dealing with guests and team members.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and basic mathematics.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule with open availability Monday through Sunday, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak business periods.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, and lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in an environment with varying temperatures.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with beverage preparation and service.
• Ability to safely operate bar equipment and handle glassware.
• Ability to move throughout the restaurant and bar area for the duration of the shift.

Why Join Our Team?

We are looking for energetic, guest-focused professionals who are passionate about hospitality and creating memorable experiences. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, connecting with people, and being part of a supportive team, we'd love to have you join us as a Bartender. Together, we'll deliver outstanding service and create experiences that keep our guests coming back.

Disclaimer

This position description is merely intended to describe the primary elements of the position. Paradies Lagardère reserves the right to change the position description and to assign additional duties and responsibilities, as necessary. This position description does not constitute an employment contract of any kind.

Paradies Lagardere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. 2849 PACES FERRY ROAD | OVERLOOK I, 4TH FLOOR | ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30339 |ph. 404.344.7905 | fax. [phone]

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