Bartender - Buffalo Bar

Big Cedar Lodge; Ridgedale (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Big Cedar Lodge is seeking a bartender in Ridgedale, Missouri who crafts high-quality beverages and delivers exceptional guest service. The role requires strong mixology skills, efficiency in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to engage guests while upholding safety standards.

You will prepare cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, manage bar inventory, process payments with a POS, and collaborate with servers and management to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience not required, on-the-job training provided.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, wines, beers and cocktails.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages per recipes and guest preferences.
• Engage guests, take orders and provide recommendations.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and wash glassware.
• Manage inventory, restock supplies, monitor ingredients.
• Process payments using POS system accurately.
• Adhere to alcohol service regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with servers, barbacks and management for smooth service.
• Create a welcoming atmosphere while staying professional.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Skills

Mixology

Guest service

Multitasking

Time management

Customer engagement

Safe alcohol service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

POS System

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The bartender is responsible for crafting high-quality beverages, providing exceptional guest service, maintaining a well-stocked clean and organized bar. The role requires strong mixology skills, efficiency in a fast -paced environment, and the ability to engage with guests while upholding service and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest preferences.
• Engage with guests, take orders and provide recommendations based on taste preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including washing glassware and sanitizing surfaces.
• Manage inventory by restocking supplies, monitoring ingredient levels, and reducing waste.
• Process payments accurately and efficiently using POS system.
• Follow alcohol service regulations and company policies to ensure responsible service.
• Collaborate with servers, barbacks and management to ensure smooth operations.
• Create a welcoming and energetic atmosphere while maintaining professionalism.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Degree: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Certificate(s) or License(s): None
• Years of experience: 0

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Extensive knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, and classic & modern cocktails.
• Understanding of garnishes, glassware and drink presentations.
• Strong customer service & hospitality to engage with guests, take orders efficiently, and provide recommendations
• Multitasking and time management to handle multiple orders, guest’s interactions and bar maintenance simultaneously
• Problem solving, quickly addressing customer concerns, drink modifications or inventory shortages.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and stay efficiently composed during busy periods.
• Communication & teamwork to coordinate with servers, barbacks, and management to ensure a smooth service.
• Responsible alcohol service and being able to recognize signs of intoxication and adhering to safe serving guidelines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly stands.
Occasionally walks, and does POS computer work, and lifts up to 50 lbs.
Seldom/Never sits.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT

Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

Big Cedar Lodge