Bartender

American Social; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

American Social is seeking a bartender to join our team in Tampa, FL. The candidate will greet guests, guide beverage choices, and ensure orders are prepared accurately while maintaining a high standard of service.

Responsibilities include handling payments, keeping the bar stocked, and adhering to safety and sanitation procedures to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Qualifications

• Must meet local, legal minimum age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages
• Alcohol Awareness Certification required
• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
• Able to remain standing and active for an 8-12 hour shift

Responsibilities

• Greets guests promptly and courteously
• Guides guests through beverage and food ordering, with suggested items
• Confidently describes and sells all items on the menu
• Handles take-out orders in POS system and processes payments
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of bar and dining areas
• Cleans, sanitizes and polishes glassware and stock
• Monitors liquor laws and checks IDs to ensure compliance

Skills

English fluency

Attention to detail

Speed and accuracy

Customer service

Stamina to stand 8-12 hours

Lifting up to 30 lbs

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.