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Bartender

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $8.50 - $16.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule
Training and Development

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group operates a popular and vibrant brand of casual dining restaurants, including the well-known Applebee's franchise. They are recognized for providing a welcoming, casual atmosphere where guests can enjoy quality food and beverages. As part of a nationally recognized brand, Potomac Family Dining Group emphasizes customer service, quality, and community engagement, setting high standards for timeliness, accuracy, and guest satisfaction. Applebee's restaurants are known for their familiar menu offerings that cater to a broad audience, offering everything from classic American dishes to innovative cocktails. The company culture prioritizes teamwork, a friendly environment, and the personal and professional... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Reliable transportation required
  • Ability to wipe down table tops, table legs, pick up debris off the floor, and wipe down booth seats in the bar area
  • Ability to transport plates, glasses, and baskets to and from the service bar and kitchen multiple times per shift
  • Mobility required throughout the entire shift
  • Ability to transport glass racks and cases up to 25 pounds several times per shift
  • Ability to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to four hours
  • Ability to balance, reach, bend, stoop, kneel and frequently lift as much as 50 pounds
  • Frequent immersion of hands in water throughout shift
  • Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to guests and other team members
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, noisy, and sometimes wet environments
  • Less than 5% travel

Job Qualifications

  • Friendly and engaging demeanor
  • 21+ years old
  • Prior bar service experience
  • ServeSafe Alcohol Certification a plus
  • Reading, writing, basic math and verbal communication skills required
  • Bi-lingual experience a plus
  • High School Degree or GED preferred
  • Ability to build relationships
  • Ability to be a team player
  • Ability to follow manager instructions and guidance
  • Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times

Job Duties

  • Serves food and drinks to guests in a courteous and timely manner
  • Mixes ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, and fruit juice to prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to Applebee's standards
  • Interacts verbally with all bar guests creating a friendly and upbeat environment
  • Greet guests, answer questions, makes suggestions regarding food, drinks, and promotions
  • Completes assigned opening and closing side work as required
  • Slices fruit and vegetable garnishes for drinks
  • Presents guest checks to bar patrons, makes correct change and/or completes any necessary credit transactions
  • Processes employee and manager food orders
  • Relays food orders to kitchen via the point-of-sale computerized register system in a timely and accurate manner
  • Manages service of alcohol according to all state and federal laws and regulations, company and brand policies
  • Participates in the clearing and resetting of the bar area
  • May occasionally be scheduled to serve guests in a Carside To-Go service
  • Maintains a clean and organized work station
  • Explains and demonstrates usage of Tabletop Electronic Devices to guests
  • Drives sales with suggestive selling techniques, creating a legendary customer experience
  • Participates in Local Store Marketing to drive bar traffic and overall restaurant sales
  • Removes trash and garbage from bar service area to dumpster

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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