Bartender - AVA Rooftop Bar at Stateside Live!

Live! Hospitality & Entertainment; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment venue in Philadelphia is seeking a Bartender to provide exceptional customer service while mixing and serving drinks in an upscale atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume bars, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering a dynamic guest experience. The Bartender will engage with guests, present current promotions, and maintain a vibrant setting for enjoyment and celebration.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in bartending at high-volume bars or nightclubs.
• Knowledge of beverage preparation methods and garnishments.
• Must meet state legal age requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide energetic and professional customer service.
• Mix ingredients and prepare cocktails following recipes.
• Serve beverages and promote current promotions to guests.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Customer service

Mixing drinks

Communication

Knowledge of liquor brands

Education

Formal bartending training

Job description

Elevated above the Sports Complex, AVA Rooftop Bar will introduce a refined open-air experience to Stateside Live! Blending skyline views with a high-energy social atmosphere, AVA will feature craft cocktails, curated entertainment, and a stylish rooftop setting designed for sunset gatherings and late-night celebrations alike. With premium finishes, dynamic DJ programming, and an upscale yet approachable vibe, AVA Rooftop Bar will redefine nightlife in South Philadelphia.

Bartender Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Provide an energetic, outgoing, fun personality while maintaining professionalism.
• Perform varied duties to ensure all aspects of the proper steps of service.
• Offer polite, professional, and courteous customer service.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and guests.
• Mix ingredients and prepare cocktails and other drinks according to drink recipe.
• Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.
• Take beverage orders from serving staff or from guests.
• Communicate effectively, clearly, patiently and humorously with co-workers and guests.
• Complete all side work as assigned.
• Be well-versed in the products in order to guide the guest experience and sell food and beverage items.
• Check guests’ identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption.
• Present and encourage current promotions to guests.
• Accurately record and account for all items ordered and secure payment from guest.
• Accurately account for all sales and receipts and record tips as outlined in company policies and procedures.

Bartender Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years experience with bartending at high volume bars and/or nightclubs.
• Knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments.
• Formal bartending training preferred.
• Must meet state legal age requirements.
• Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The Bartender position requires the ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds. (bar ware, boxes, bottles, ect.)
• Moving about the bar, lounge, and kitchen efficiently and safely.
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely.
• Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling