Bartender

Union Venture Group

Bartender

Austin, TX
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description: Bartender

    Company Overview An interactive and imaginative bar that features unique installations.

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a professional, high-energy bartender with excellent communication skills to serve cocktails and exciting beverages to our customers. The bartender will greet customers, learn about their preferences, answer questions, recommend menu items, and prepare and serve beverages in a timely, polite fashion. You will also upsell items, utilize proper equipment and ingredients, and handle basic cleaning duties for opening and closing. The bartending team is responsible for working with the utility team to ensure the bar is set up correctly including, putting out liquor bottles and back stock. Bartenders also must ensure the team has all necessities including pens, check presenters, straws, napkins, and everything else to set up the bar for success.

    To succeed as a bartender, you should have a neat appearance and an engaging, friendly personality. You should be efficient, observant, knowledgeable, and personable.

    Responsibilities

    Opening/Closing

    Bar cleanliness

    Fast and friendly service

    Accurately and efficiently enter orders into POS system

    Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures

    Memorize specialty cocktail ingredients and shot recipes

    Checking IDs when the door team is not present

    Qualifications

    2-5 years experience (preferred not required)

    Previous knowledge of food service regulations preferred

    ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification, or willing to obtain

    TABC Certification or willing to obtain

    Strong customer service and interpersonal communications skills

    Works well with others

    Excellent conflict resolution skills

    Able to work in a fast-paced environment

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