Bartender / Mixologist For Swanky Brand New Capitol Hill Bar & Restaurant

Lobby Bar • Full-time • Washington, District of Columbia, United States • 2d ago

Job Details

Soon to be Capitol Hill hot spot currently seeking passionate people who will embrace our belief of hospitality, customer experience and company growth. Our commitment to diversity, teamwork, and integrity are indicative of the service we provide to our guests. We offer career opportunities with work/life balances, as well as a rewarding career experience.

Responsible for all aspects of the bar ranging from preparation to service. Ensures that supplies and stock are at sufficient levels to accommodate business demands during their shift. Mixing and serving drinks to customers during their shift. Accounts for all stock and supplies used.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Prepares ordered drinks with proper portions and ingredients such as wine, liquor and related bar service to guests at assigned stations.
Mixes drinks according to prescribed recipes; keeps station stocked with all liquor, glasses and accessories necessary, accounts for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks and charge receipts.
Full culinary menu knowledge for servicing guests dining at the bar.
Operates a cash register, ringing the proper amount into the register and giving the guest or server the correct change.
Possesses a keen sense of timing and is capable of discreetly speeding up or slowing down his/her station as necessary.
Resourceful with beverages, fruit and supplies in order to maintain low beverage costs.
Set up service items at the assigned bar.
Inventory supplies at the bar at the beginning of their shift and requisition additional items as needed

Bar standards.

Clean any spillage at the bar throughout the shift.
Take and serve cocktail orders.
Accept payment for cocktails as required.
Count down register drawers and complete summaries.
Log stock used during the shift.
Maintains the appropriate appearance of the bar in accordance with county health and department standards.
Ensures that all service items and stock is prepared for the shift.
Remains attentive to the needs and requests of the customers.
Treats customers with courtesy and respect.
Follows all applicable safety procedures.
Is at all times appropriately groomed and wears the uniform provided.
Additional related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Work requires 3 years prior bartending experience.
Must have knowledge of beverages, glassware, and garnishes.
Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and written form in a professional manner.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: