Bartender -Tavern on Fourth

Live! Hospitality & Entertainment; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 11,020 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Tavern on Fourth is the perfect destination for anyone looking to have fun. This venue blends traditional elements of a sports tavern with interactive games and high-quality food and beverage offerings.

Tavern will wow guests with its gaming selections and will amaze those whose competitive spirit thrives. The Bartender position requires an energetic personality, professional service, cocktail preparation, wine and beer service, and accurate order handling.

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.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or health/food handler card.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide an energetic, outgoing, fun personality while maintaining professionalism.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Bartending experience

Liquor knowledge

Bartending training

Fluent English

Communication skills

Alcohol certification

Reading & writing

Math skills

Flexible schedule

Job description

Tavern on Fourth is the perfect destination for anyone looking to have fun. This venue combines traditional elements of a sports tavern with classic interactive games and high-quality food and beverage offerings. Tavern will wow guests with its gaming selections and will amaze those whose competitive spirit thrives. Equipped with corn-hole courts, foosball tables, darts, ping pong, shuffle puck, classic arcade games and a billiard lounge, there is something for everyone. We offer much more than just games by providing an eclectic menu with plates for sharing, beer and a well-appointed cocktail menu. Tavern is the perfect place for private events with second level balconies overlooking 4th Street, 20+ TV’s and a private room that is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

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.