What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bartender position at Lolo's Chicken and Waffle?
Job Description: The bartender plays a leading role in developing positive, lasting guest relationships by consistently delivering an excellent bar experience in our restaurant. It is the bartender’s responsibility to know the drinks/ingredients, restaurant menus inside and out, play an integral part in the financial results of the position, contribute to running side-work, and be self-motivated.
Our Bartenders play an important role with our Guests by tour guiding them through our diverse menu, cutting-edge draft beverage selections, and hand-crafted cocktails.
A good bartender must be able to multitask at all times. Not only are you responsible for the guests seated at your bar, but you also must make all alcoholic drinks for the servers on shift. Time management is crucial. Overall, what makes a great bartender is someone who can continue to smile and enjoy themselves even as your shift becomes challenging.
Responsibilities:
- Welcome/greet/thank guests and know regulars by name, their preferences and needs
- Be knowledgeable on wine, beer, and liquor
- Know and inform guests about promotional beverages and answer questions about our menu
- Follow all local/national alcoholic beverage laws, policies and regulations
- Perform side work at the start and end of each shift as required
- Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times inclusive of glassware, reach-in coolers and bar area fixtures
- Continuously watch for signs of intoxication for the protection and enjoyment of all guests
- Understands and follows proper rules of hygiene and food safety measures
Qualifications
- Must be of legal age to serve alcohol
- 3 years experience as a bartender in a high-volume restaurant
- Knowledgeable and understanding of all local/national alcoholic beverage laws, policies and regulations
- Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace and possess basic math skills, be fiscally responsible and operate a point-of-sale system
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced, loud environment and in a standing position for extended periods of time
- Attention to detail, well organized and a desire to serve guests and enjoy working as part of a team
- Must be able to safely lift and easily maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to work nights, holidays and/or weekends
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental Benefits
- 50% Employee Discount on meals
- Flexible schedule
- Competitive wages
- Fun work environment
