Bartender

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Note: Other duties may be assigned) 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 
satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities 
to perform the essential functions. 

• Follows the bartender opening and closing procedures and checklist. 
• Ensures guests are satisfied with the service. Responds promptly and courteously to any requests. Assures that efficient, effective, courteous service is rendered at all times. 
• Checks identification of customers in order to verify age requirements for the purchase of alcohol. 
• Follows ATC (Alcohol and Tobacco Commission) serving guidelines. Attempts to reduce problems and liability related to customers excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated patrons. 
• Responsible for managing cash drawer, processing guests’ payments, and contacting the accounting department when change is needed before and during shift. 
• Maintains clean bar area including utensils and bar equipment. Practices sanitation procedures and guidelines. 
• Must possess valid alcohol permit and carry it while bartending. 
• Responsible for requesting additional alcohol/supply needs; must be aware of liquor, beer, wine, and mixed drink inventory. 
• Attends all meetings as scheduled. 
• Performs other tasks as assigned. 

• Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure and achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong team player who works well with others to achieve optimal results 
• Highly resourceful with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills 
• Knowledge of proper sanitary procedures 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Strong work ethic 
• Strong computer skills 
• Ability to anticipate and plan for organizational and management needs. 
• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability. 
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly 
• Knowledge of bar service procedures and functions 
• Basic math skills and the ability to handle money 
• Ability to safely lift and easily maneuver large bottles of wine or alcohol and cases of beer 
• Ability to work rapidly and calmly during rush periods 
• Possess or be eligible to obtain a valid alcohol permit 

• Office and kitchen environment 
• Utilizing an office desk - sitting, reading, listening or speaking with the ability to move intermittently throughout the day 
• Constant walking and standing; frequent bending, stooping and reaching 
• Occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. with the ability to push or pull more than 40 lbs  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity 
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones