Job Purpose

To mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to patrons of beverage outlets, following standard recipes, and to promote food sales.

Job Responsibilities

• Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar and bitters to prepare cocktails and other drinks.

• Serve wine draught, bottled beer, non-alcoholic beverages and food.

• Collect money for drinks served.

• Orders and requisitions liquors and supplies. Stock and replenish glasses, beverages, mixes, fruit, and guest supplies.

• Place bottled goods and glasses to make an attractive display.

• Wash glasses, bar, and equipment.

• Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks; prepare appetizers, such as pickles, cheese and cold meats.

• Take the initiative to greet guests in a friendly and warm manner.

• If functioning in a Lead Capacity: (a) take responsibility for assigned associates in the absence of the Supervisor, (b) assign work, and ensure proper performance of assigned associates.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Skills

• Use arithmetic to total costs and make change.

• Communicate with different kinds of people to find out what services they want and to give them information.

• Stand or walk for varying lengths of time, sometimes for long periods.

• Move fingers and hands easily and quickly to handle dishes, money, merchandise, etc. Lift and carry heavy items, such as trays.

Qualifications

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Previous bartending experience preferred.

Licenses / Certifications

Must have TIPS certification and meet state law age requirements for tending bar.