What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bar Lead position at Jardin?

Job Description

Bar Leads are responsible for preparing beverages for guests according to recipe, as well as serving food for guests that dine in the bar area. They will also lead their team in a high volume environment. A strong candidate must lead by example. They will also answer to the Bar Manager directly, regarding any necessary management / leadership situations. Responsible for bi-weekly alcohol ordering and monthly inventory. Must have a friendly, calm composure under pressure, accommodating demeanor, as well as an ability to multitask.

Essential Functions

Ability to lead a bar team of 8 to ten people
Good execution of responsibilities
Ability to train new employees
Great customer service skills
Bi-weekly alcohol ordering, monthly inventory
Have a good understanding of profit and loss
Prepare and serve beverages to guests according to recipes and contracts
Stock / restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
Effectively service a full bar top, cocktail station, and dining room orders
Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders
Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, high stress environment
Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and / or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and / or lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

We do not tolerate drinking on the job

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs

Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile

Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy

Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2 tanks and soda dispensers

Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink

Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory

Responsible for the security and reconciliation of the bar cash drawer

Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated

Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and account for and balance all sales / receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures

Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu

Use sales techniques and present and encourage current promotions to guests

Follow all steps of service

Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders / restrictions

Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals

Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures

Successfully complete alcohol awareness training

Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook

Get along well with others and be a team player

Other duties will be assigned as needed

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