Bartender Job Purpose:
Preparing beverages for patrons and serving them at the bar, in the lounge or through the wait staff. Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Bartender Job Duties:
- Mixing beverages using an extensive range of ingredients including liquor, bitters, soda, water, sugar, and fruits
- Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail
- Satisfying patron requests in a timely manner
- Assessing customer preferences and making drink recommendations
- Providing a positive and friendly guest experience by interacting with patrons
- Collecting money for drinks served and providing change as needed
- Checking identification to verify legal age requirements for all customers
- 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
- Complying with all food and beverage regulations
- Complying with all OLCC and other state regulations
- Limiting customer problems by restricting alcohol intake and attempting to curtail inappropriate behavior
Bartender Skills and Qualifications:
- Training or Experience with Bartending
- Extensive Knowledge of Drink Mixing and Garnishing
- Strong Communication Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Personable demeanour
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail, Organization
- Ability to Stand for Long Periods
- Strong Observational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Computer Literacy
To Apply:
Either:
- Apply in person during our normal business hours
- Email resumes [@] portsidebistro.com