Bartender

American Social - Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

American Social - Tampa is seeking a skilled bartender to deliver high-energy service in a fast-paced bar environment.

You will greet guests, take orders, and craft drinks per recipes while maintaining stock and cleanliness. The role requires strong English communication, minimum age for alcohol service, and the ability to work late-night shifts. Alcohol awareness certification is required.

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.
• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write.
• Alcohol Awareness Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and guide beverage ordering with confidence.
• Prepare drink orders for servers and guests according to recipes.
• Maintain bar stock, cleanliness and presentation; restock as needed.
• Ensure compliance with liquor laws by checking IDs and monitoring intoxication levels.
• Close guest experiences by handling payments and inviting guests back.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams as needed.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

English fluency

Education

Alcohol Awareness Certification

Food handling certificate

Tools

POS system

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.