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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 $9.25 - $17.25
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Professional development opportunities
retirement savings plan

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group operates Applebee's, a well-established casual dining restaurant chain recognized for delivering a warm, welcoming atmosphere alongside a diverse menu of food and beverage options. Applebee's is dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience through timely, accurate service and maintaining brand standards that emphasize customer satisfaction and quality. As part of a team that values community engagement and culinary excellence, employees have the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant restaurant environment that attracts a steady flow of local customers and visitors alike.

The Bar Server role within Applebee's at Potomac Family Dining Group is a customer service-orie... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be 21 years or older
  • Prior bar service experience required
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Ability to read, write, and perform basic math
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally
  • Must have a friendly and engaging demeanor
  • High school degree or GED preferred
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Ability to build positive relationships with guests and coworkers
  • Ability to adhere to all state and federal alcohol service laws.

Job Qualifications

  • Friendly and engaging demeanor
  • 21 or older
  • Prior bar service experience
  • ServeSafe Alcohol Certification a plus
  • Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills required
  • Bi-lingual experience a plus
  • Reliable transportation
  • 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 recipes
  • Interacts verbally with all bar guests creating a friendly and upbeat atmosphere
  • Greets guests, answers questions, makes suggestions regarding food, drinks, and specials
  • Completes assigned opening and closing side work as directed
  • Slices fruit and vegetable garnishes for drinks
  • Presents guest checks to bar patrons, makes correct change and/or completes credit card transactions
  • Processes employee and manager food orders
  • Relays food orders to kitchen via the point-of-sale computerized register system accurately and timely
  • Manages service of alcohol in compliance with state and federal laws and company policies
  • Participates in clearing and resetting the bar area
  • Occasionally serves guests in Carside To-Go service as scheduled
  • Maintains a clean and organized work area
  • Explains and demonstrates usage of Tabletop Electronic Devices to guests
  • Drives sales with suggestive selling techniques
  • Participates in local store marketing to increase bar traffic and overall restaurant sales
  • Removes trash from the bar service area to the dumpster.

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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