Bartender - Shark Bar Orlando

Xfinity Live!; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A lively entertainment venue in Orlando is seeking a Bartender to provide exceptional service and mix beverages expertly. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years of experience in high-volume bars or nightclubs, and formal training is preferred. Responsibilities include mixing drinks, taking orders, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work nights and weekends. Join us for a fun and rewarding work experience!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience with bartending at high-volume bars and/or nightclubs.
• Formal bartending training preferred.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit required.

Responsibilities

• Provide energetic and courteous service to guests.
• Mix ingredients and prepare cocktails according to recipe.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and guests.
• Take beverage orders and secure payment from guests.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of alcohol brands

Mathematical skills

Fluent in English

Job description

Bartender Responsibilities

• 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 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 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.

Physical Requirements

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

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