Bartender - Gas South Arena

Description

Proof of the Pudding (POP) provides award-winning catering and provisions to conferences, meetings, exhibitions, conventions, and special events at the Gas South District . As one of Georgia’s busiest convention centers and arena, every day brings new opportunities to create, design, and execute memorable events for a variety of guests.

We are seeking additional bartenders to help facilitate events at our Gas South District facilities and to provide beverage set up and service support at events. This position will report to Gas South Region and will travel to events throughout the Gas South Region.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for both pre & post bar set-up/breakdown responsibilities.  
• Sets bar up in a timely manner, including icing down product. 
• Communicates well with bar back personnel during the event to assist them with replenishment during shift.  
• Greets all guests and gives exceptional customer service.  
• Operations a point of sale system to collect funds. 
• Attentive to guests needs throughout the entire event. 
• Performs closing POS duties and financial processes as directed. 
• Cleans bar after closing, discard excess ice.  
• Record closing inventory used to balance bar consumption vs sales.  
• Responsible for putting away all inventory as directed.  
• Follows all federal, local, and venue alcohol policies. 
• Responsible, if applicable, for placing all items back in the liquor cage

Performs other related duties as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 2 years of bartending experience
• Must be a team player and a phenomenal communicator.
• Must be experienced in preparing mixed drinks.
• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Must be TIPs certified (will accept similar accredited certifications).
• Must be extremely hardworking and organized.
• Must be exceedingly responsible and accountable.
• Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of upscale/VIP service styles required.
• Must live near or be willing to relocate to Atlanta, GA.

Specialized Skills:

• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.
• Renowned time management and organization skills.
• Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs.
• The ability to work alone and as a team.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community, and the Proof of the Pudding team.

Work Environment 

This position will consist of event attendance, preparation, set up, and breakdown. This position work mostly out of and mainly stay within the Gas South District Convention Center but may travel to other venues within the Gas South Region. This position will require traversing different terrains while lifting and moving product, equipment, and food items.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue.
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. 
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards.  Use equipment and materials properly.  Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.  Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.  Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard. 
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.  Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations.  Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.   

Position Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• This is considered a part-time hourly position. Schedules may be flexible as business demands.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift
• Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team member’s roles.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Salary : $8 - $10