Bartender - Marsh House

Elevated, seafood-centric Southern fare in a chic setting at the Thompson Nashville hotel.

A bartender is responsible for providing a positive and friendly guest experience by interacting with patrons while satisfying their beverage needs. An understanding of mixing beverages using an extensive range of ingredients including liquor, bitters, soda, water, sugar, and fruits is an integral part of the job. Taking beverage orders from customers and wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail is vitally important to the success of the restaurant.

Our bartenders provide friendly and exemplary service to each guest who comes up to the bar. Our bars also operate as a service bar for our restaurants, so keen time-management skills and focus are required to be able to fulfill orders from both the bar and the restaurant. Specific expectations of the bartender include being able to quickly and accurately prepare drinks for restaurant and bar guests; possess knowledge of all food and drink served; keep the bar clean and stocked; maintain an accurate cash register and be able to account for all cash and charge receipts. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation amounts listed do not include tips. With tips, wages are typically upwards of $30/hour.

Job Duties

• Balancing cash receipts

• Keeping a well-stocked bar with an adequate supply of liquor, beer, wine, mixers, ice, napkins, straws, glassware, and other accessories

• Cleaning the bar, tables, chairs, and work area to maintain a sanitary environment

• Organizing the bar area to streamline drink preparation and inventory

• Placing orders for liquor, beer, wine, and other supplies

• Slicing, pitting, and preparing fruit garnishes for drinks

• Planning bar menus

• Creating unique drinks

• Preparing and serving appetizers, snacks, or other food items for customers at the bar

• Complying with all food and beverage regulations

• Limiting customer problems by restricting alcohol intake and attempting to curtail inappropriate behavior

• Checking identification to verify legal age requirements for all customers

• Satisfying patron requests in a timely manner.

• Assessing customer preferences and making drink recommendations.

• Collecting money for drinks served and providing change as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Training or Experience with Bartending

• Extensive Knowledge of Drink Mixing and Garnishing

• Strong Communication Skills

• Positive Attitude and personable demeanor

• Ability to multitask and provide attention to detail

• Ability to Stand for Long Periods

• Strong Observational Skills

• Conflict Resolution

• Computer Literacy

• Second Language a Plus

Required: Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have (or be in the process of obtaining) a valid alcohol serving permit (specific permit will vary by state). Previous bartending experience and knowledge of bartending equipment and practices. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position (lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for up to 8 hours, etc). Basic arithmetic skills and previous cash handling experience. Must be able to work as part of a team, and get along well with guests and coworkers. Must be able to uphold company standards relating to appearance and dress.

Preferred: High school diploma or GED.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the restaurant. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must have a manual dexterity and coordination to operate restaurant and office equipment and machines. Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations. Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.

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