Silver Spring Bartender

Silver Branch Brewing Co.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

A local brewing company in Silver Spring, MD seeks a dedicated bartender to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a friendly and fun environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, an eagerness to learn about beer, and excellent customer service skills. Responsibilities include ensuring guests feel welcome, managing the service environment, and staying knowledgeable about the menu. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to thrive in the beer industry.

Qualifications

• Must be dedicated, passionate, and hardworking.
• Must maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Corporate service industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver amazing guest experiences with strong knowledge of offerings.
• Help greet guests and ensure they feel welcome.
• Monitor the consumption and experience of guests.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of beer

Ability to learn new technology

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Certified Beer Server Cicerone Exam (required within 8 weeks)

TIPS, TAM, ServSafe certifications

Tools

Point-of-Sale software

Job description

Compensation: Hourly + Tips

Range: $ 19 - $ 23

Silver Branch Brewing Company is seeking craft beer lovers looking to provide exceptional hospitality experiences in our beautiful taproom and biergarten. As a bartender you are the guest liaison ensuring that we deliver an incredible, welcoming guest experience for all of our fans. Candidates must have the ability and willingness to learn and share beer knowledge. Bartenders must be dedicated, passionate and hardworking.

The role of bartender is great for individuals looking to work in a fast-paced, fun, and friendly environment within the beer industry. Bartenders at Silver Branch Brewing Company are main points of contact for delivering warm, friendly, and hospitable experiences for our guests. Candidates must be attentive, patient, and willing to answer all guest questions to the best of their ability while operating with a team-oriented mindset to help their fellow taproom team members. This role is perfect for individuals focused on anticipating guest needs, capable of multi-tasking, and inclined to work well under pressure while maintaining a friendly disposition. An extensive amount of beer knowledge or willingness to learn about beer and provide thoughtful answers and recommendations to our guests is required. Candidates that are devoted to creating an awesome guest experience and that take pride in their work will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver amazing guest experiences with strong knowledge of our offerings and a welcoming, friendly demeanor
• Always help the Manager On Duty greet guests and ensure that all guests feel welcome from the moment they walk in the door
• Consistently find ways to create a better service environment through cleanliness, preparation, and organization
• Properly ID patrons to make sure they are 21 and over and carefully monitor the continued consumption and overall experience of guests visiting Silver Branch
• Proficient in Point-of-Sale software and able to identify / troubleshoot potential issues
• Responsible for knowing our beer, wine, cocktails and food menu selections and capable of providing recommendations based on guest input

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Friendly and fun to be around with a strong work ethic!
• Capable of learning and implementing new service-based technology
• Corporate service industry experience is a plus
• TIPS, TAM, ServSafe, or other alcohol safety certifications are beneficial
• Must have passed the Certified Beer Server Cicerone Exam, or must pass within eight weeks of hire
• Must maintain a neat and professional appearance
• Professional with excellent customer service skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be able to bend, reach, squat to clean