Bartender - Holiday Inn Downtown - HI LAFAYETTE

Bartender Essential Job Functions

• Welcome each guest personally within 30 seconds.
• Communicate with guests using clear and enthusiastic words, tone, and body language always.
• Learn guest names and personally recognize our regular patrons.
• Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
• Accurately and immediately record and ring drink and food orders
• Mix, garnish and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages per recipe specifications.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges, and provide change as needed.
• Present drink and food menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding menu items.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Monitor and ensure that no Guest receives more than the allowed amount of alcohol.
• Serve alcohol responsibly. Should a guest reach the state where the bartender does not feel the guest should drive, supply a taxi. Do not hesitate to ask management intervention when necessary.
• Obey and follow all liquor laws and card anyone that looks under the age of 40.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves, and storage areas.
• Maintain bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Assist in restocking and replenishing bar inventory and supplies.
• Wash and sterilize stemware.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks.
• Clear and reset tables in the bar area.
• Complete open and close duties.
• Accommodate special requests.
• Report all equipment and bar maintenance issues to restaurant managers.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the General Manager and F&B Director.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and maintain a positive attitude with a pleasant demeanor.
• Be a team player. Support and be supported by your co-workers.