Lead Bartender - Oak Room (Full-Time)

Sea Island Company; Saint Simons Island (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Island Company is seeking an experienced bartender to professionally mix and serve beverages for guests and members. You will monitor pricing and recipes, maintain inventory, and ensure compliance with policies.

This role requires strong money-handling skills and familiarity with Micros POS in a luxury setting. From beverage knowledge to guest interaction, you will support bar operations, educate staff, and contribute to a five-star guest experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum three to five years experience as a bartender.
• Previous beverage service experience in a luxury hotel, resort or fine dining restaurant preferred.
• TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) certified preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarization with Micros POS system.
• Must be able to handle money, make change, and process credit card transactions.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must be flexible to working days, mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain liquor, beer and wine stock at all times.
• Provide staff education on new products and cocktails.
• Order product through Adaco and maintain inventory.
• Prepare fruits, garnishes and mixes and professionally mix beverages.
• Count and charge all liquor for beverage functions and record orders in the register.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by meeting Sea Island standards and addressing concerns promptly.
• Uphold company policies and participate in scheduled employee meetings.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Tools

Micros POS

Job description

Basic Job Function

Professionally mix and serve beverages for guests and members. Will monitor and report pricing and recipe discrepancies as noted. Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures. Conduct monthly inventory and maintaining inventory through ordering.

Basic Job Function

Professionally mix and serve beverages for guests and members. Will monitor and report pricing and recipe discrepancies as noted. Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures. Conduct monthly inventory and maintaining inventory through ordering.

Use of Company Vehicle:

Not designated to drive a company vehicle

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum three(3) to five (5) years experience as a Bartender
• Previous beverage service experience in a luxury hotel, resort or fine dining restaurant preferred
• TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) certified preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of ice, ice cream, mixers, liquid, alcoholic beverages, blender, coffee, espresso machines, and mixers
• Must be at least 18 years of age (Georgia law requires that one must be over the age of 18 to dispense or serve alcoholic beverages)
• Familiarization with Micros POS (point-of-sales) system
• Ability to work simple math calculations
• Must have ability to accurately handle money, make change, process credit card transactions
• Proficient in Windows XP and Microsoft Office software applications such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Must have ability to courteously present information to people in one-on-one and group situations
• Consistently aspires to fulfill our core Company values (Respect, Integrity, Passion, Teamwork, Accountability, Caring, Loyalty & Trust)
• Exhibits the Sea Island Five-Star Behavior Standards with guests, members and co-workers
• Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to work with a variety of people and in cooperation with coworkers efficiently and effectively
• Must be detail oriented and able to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Ability to easily adapt to organizational and environmental changes
• Must be flexible to working days, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and in compliance with company Dress Code Policy

Tasks/Responsibilities

• Maintain Restaurant liquor, beer and wine stock at all times
• Work with Wines & Spirits Manager to ensure an accurate wine list, both vintage & cuvee
• Provide staff education on new products and cocktails
• Order product through Adaco
• Maintain Inventory
• Provide cost analysis for all new cocktails
• Maintain accurate pours throughout the restaurant for all spirits and wines
• Hold staff accountable for maintaining Sea Island Beverage & Service Standards
• Communicate with Restaurant Manager and Wines & Spirits Manager regarding issues with bar staff
• Accurately order and record all supplies, merchandise and other item
• Maintain a passing score on menu and beverage testing
• Promptly open and close the bar
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storeroom
• Prepare fruits, garnishes and mixes
• Professionally and accurately mix alcoholic beverages
• Assist service staff with using the proper garnish and glass for each drink
• Set up and tear down all liquor and mixes for beverage functions
• Count and charge all liquor for beverage functions
• Perform cashier duties as necessary and complete function sheets in proper manner
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system using guest/member cards
• Responsible for all liquor at the assigned bar
• Maintains bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation
• Take reservations as necessary
• Accountable for guest satisfaction by ensuring Sea Island’s standards are met; address guest concerns in a timely and efficient manner and implement
• Check identification in order to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
• Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by following TIPS training
• Learn the names and personally recognize our regular Guests and Members
• Record and bill orders accurately into the register system and process payments using guest/member cards in accordance with accounting procedures
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of current guest services, activities, dining options, shops, local attractions, and historical information regarding Sea Island and the surrounding area to answer any questions guests may have to the best of one’s ability
• If applicable, complete a Guest Problem Resolutions (GPR) form on any issues (solved or unsolved issues) and follow-up on issues as needed (if computer access is not available give information to admin support)
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in all work areas
• Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing
• Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures
• Report all equipment problems and maintenance issues, known safety hazards, or unsafe practices and procedures to supervisor immediately
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
• Willing and timely execution of other duties as delegated by leadership