Bartender

Position Overview

Now Hiring! BartenderFull TimeSalary: $21 - $25 per Hour

Job Summary:The Bartender at Alpine Country Club is responsible for providing exceptional service by preparing and serving high-quality beverages to our guests. The primary objective is to ensure every guest has a memorable experience that encourages them to return.

Activities and Responsibilities:

Primary:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages following the restaurant’s standard recipes.
• Verify guests' age by checking identification to comply with alcohol service regulations.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations, and answer questions about beverages.
• Take food and beverage orders from serving staff or directly from bar guests.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks accurately and efficiently.
• Serve snacks or food items to bar guests.
• Record drink orders promptly and accurately in the register system.
• Balance receipts and cash transactions.
• Learn and address regular guests by name, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
• Monitor and manage alcohol consumption to prevent over-serving, offering alternative transportation if necessary.
• Clean and sanitize glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
• Maintain bar inventory by restocking beer, wine, liquor, ice, glassware, napkins, and straws.
• Clean and reset bar areas, workspaces, and tables.
• Prepare garnishes such as fruit slices and pits for drinks.
• Arrange and organize bottles and glasses for efficient and attractive presentation.
• Ensure cleanliness of all bar areas including counters, sinks, shelves, and storage areas.
• Report equipment issues and maintenance needs to the restaurant manager.
• Attend employee meetings and contribute suggestions for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with colleagues to meet guest needs and support restaurant operations.
• Provide backup support in various roles to ensure exceptional guest service and operational efficiency.

Supplemental:

• Organize and oversee the operations of a cocktail lounge or bar area as needed.
• Manage inventory by ordering and requisitioning liquors and supplies.
• Supervise and train bar staff and other bartenders.
• Create bar menus and develop new drink recipes.
• Prepare appetizers and snacks such as pickles, cheese, and cold meats.

Tools and Technology:

• Point-of-sale terminals (POS), POS software, and workstations.
• Computers, tablets, smartphones, and handheld devices for order management and communication.
• Office suite software, back-office accounting systems, route planning tools, and web-based applications.
• Office equipment including fax machines, printers, phone systems, and barcode readers.
• Carbonated beverage dispensers, draught beer systems, and soda dispensers.
• Cocktail shakers, pour spouts, spirit measures, and various bartending tools.
• Commercial blenders, graters, cutlery, dishwashers, juicers, mixers, and strainers.
• Mist or trigger sprayers for drink preparation.
• Ice shaver machines, ice crushers, and ice flakers for preparing chilled beverages.
• Non-carbonated beverage dispensers and slush/frozen drink machines.

Pay Range

Salary : $21 - $25