Bartender - Troy's

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

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality venue in Arlington, Texas, is seeking a skilled bartender to provide excellent service in a lively atmosphere. This role requires a blend of experience and personal skills, including bartending at high-volume locations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication abilities, a solid understanding of liquor brands, and the capacity to create a welcoming environment for guests. Opportunities for training and growth available in this exciting setting.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience bartending at high volume bars/nightclubs.
• Formal bartending training preferred.
• Knowledge of beverages and preparation methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide energetic and courteous customer service.
• Mix drinks according to recipes and serve alcohol.
• Check IDs to verify guest age for consumption.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar.

Skills

Bartending experience

Knowledge of liquor brands

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Alcohol awareness certification

Job description

From Cowboys Hall of Famer, Troy Aikman, Troy’s is a unique and iconic addition to Texas Live!. The venue offers a unique blend of live music, gourmet food and signature cocktails to create a social experience for all. It combines an elevated menu experience based upon Aikman’s personal favorites, including gourmet burgers with bold flavors and specialty margaritas made from the freshest ingredients. The menu showcases healthy lunch and dinner options, shareable sides, a selection of craft cocktails and a curated collection of wine and beer.

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, etc.).
• Moving about the bar, lounge, and kitchen efficiently and safely.
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely.
• Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling.