Bartender - 0008 Newcastle, WA (Newcastle, WA) - Blazing Onion

Bartender

Department:Bar

Reports to:Bar Manager

Summary

To mix and serve drinks to guests directly or through wait staff while providing the WOW experience for guests

Principal Activities & Responsibilities

• Collect money for drinks served
• Check identification of customers to verify age
• Clean glasses, utensils and bar equipment
• Take beverage orders from guests
• Serve wine, mixed drinks, bottled beer and draught beer
• Clean bars, work areas and tables
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks
• Serve food items to guests
• Order liquor and supplies
• Slice fruit for garnishes
• Restock beer, wine and supplies
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays
• Limit problems related to guests excessive drinking
• Balance cash receipts

Job Requirements

• Must be the minimum age of 21
• Ability to memorize and learn drink and food recipes
• Ability to work under stressful situations
• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Must be able to mix drinks accurately and quickly
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and/or small group situations to guests and other Team Members of the organization
• Ability to work with Team Members without judgement or criticism
• Experience in a bar setting is required

Level of Authority & Restrictions

• No supervisory authority

Physical & Mental Demands

• Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of times

Working Conditions & Environment

• Must be able to handle high volume
• Must be able to maintain a high level of sanitation/cleanliness in area
• Is required to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and special events as needed

Mandatory Requirements

• Must obtain MAST and food workers permit
• Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Must be able to read recipe book and follow instructions