Cocktail Bartender & Guest Experience Expert

Tandem Hospitality Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Show Pony, located inside Origin Hotel Kansas City, seeks a Bartender to craft beverages and deliver memorable guest experiences. You will interact with guests, take orders, recommend drinks, and ensure accurate billing in a fast-paced bar environment.

The role requires knowledge of cocktail preparation, strong communication, and the ability to work nights and weekends. Training certificates and computer literacy are preferred for success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pour-cost control is required or preferred.
• Experience with inventory and determining par levels is helpful.
• Must have relevant training certificate.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
• Plan and present bar menu
• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and provide an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations
• Exemplify outstanding communication skills, create unique experiences for guests
• Strong and efficient work ethic, including keeping a clean and tidy work area
• Complete opening/closing duties, including prep/checklist
• Adhere to cash handling policies and process payments
• Must maintain pour-cost control and participate in inventory planning

Skills

Mixology

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Education

Training certificate

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Show Pony, located inside Origin Hotel Kansas City, seeks a Bartender to craft beverages and deliver memorable guest experiences. You will interact with guests, take orders, recommend drinks, and ensure accurate billing in a fast-paced bar environment.

The role requires knowledge of cocktail preparation, strong communication, and the ability to work nights and weekends. Training certificates and computer literacy are preferred for success.