Bartender

Overview

The Bartender provides an exceptional guest drinking experience by crafting both classic and creative drinks that meet and exceed customer expectations. A successful Bartender is enthusiastic, engaging, and dedicated to delivering high-quality service in a friendly atmosphere. 

The Bartender provides exemplary service in a manner consistent with the values and mission of the Castle Group.  He or she performs all responsibilities while demonstrating outstanding customer service skills representative of Castle Royal Service. 

Responsibilities

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Assist with overall alcoholic beverage preparation.  
  • Use of jigger pouring, cutting fruit and other garnishes as needed 
  • Follows local, state and federal health standards, and follows recipes designed by onsite F&B leadership.   
  • Assists with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of the bar, dining room, walk-in coolers and all storage areas.  
  • Performs additional responsibilities as requested by the onsite F&B leadership.  
  • Hand wash and/or use of industrial dishwashers for glassware and other barware items.  
  • Always follow sanitation policies 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience 

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred 

• Understanding of basic kitchen sanitation.  

• Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks. 

• Continuing education will be offered and administered as needed. 

Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to collaborate effectively with team and follow directions from supervisors  

• Ability to work fast and effectively and stay focused under pressure.  

• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and stand for extended periods of time. 

• Knowledge of classic and innovative drink recipes, including proper techniques for mixing, garnishing, and presentation. 

• Ability to engage with customers in a friendly, attentive manner, providing a welcoming experience. 

• Capable of managing multiple drink orders, processing payments, and maintaining a clean bar area simultaneously. 

• Ensuring accurate measurements, following recipes, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. 

• Consistently showing up on time and ready to perform all duties as assigned. 

• Basic command of a computer preferred but not required.  

Physical requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Able to work under pressure, maintain composure and utilize good judgement during emergency/difficult and stressful situations. 

• Ability to lift up to  

• Lift 30 lbs.;  

• work in an upright standing or sitting position for long periods of time, may fluctuate.  

• May handle, grasp and lift objects and packages.  

• Reach with hands and arms,  

• communicate, receive and exchange ideas and information.  

• quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions; complete all required forms. 

• May be required to travel for training sessions off-site on an ad-hoc basis.   

• May be occasionally required to cover for front desk staff at other communities within a reasonable commuting distance when needed.   

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends based on project requirements.  

• Ability to respond to emergencies and callouts in a timely manner. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

Castle is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. 

DISCLAIMER 

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be supplemented at any time based on organizational needs. In addition, management has the right to change any portion of this job description at any time and for any reason.