Bartender

Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $8.25 - $15.50

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Training and Development

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Ruby Tuesday is a well-established American restaurant chain known for its casual dining experience, offering a wide range of delicious meals and beverages in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Founded with a commitment to quality food and exceptional guest service, Ruby Tuesday operates numerous locations across the country, consistently delivering a memorable dining experience to its customers. The brand is recognized for its fresh ingredients, innovative menu options, and inviting environment where guests can enjoy a relaxed meal with family and friends. Ruby Tuesday places a strong emphasis on hospitality and guest satisfaction, striving to provide a comfortable and enjoyable setting for all patrons. The company focuses on creating a positive workplace culture where employees can grow and thrive while delivering top-notch service. As part of its team, every employee is valued for their contribution to maintaining the high standards Ruby Tuesday is known for.

The Bartender position at Ruby Tuesday plays a vital role in the overall dining experience by preparing and responsibly serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests both in the bar area and dining room. This role requires adherence to Ruby Tuesday’s specific recipes, standards, and procedures to ensure the quality and consistency of every drink served. A bartender at Ruby Tuesday not only crafts beverages but also provides food service to guests choosing to dine in the bar area, enhancing the overall guest experience with friendly interaction and great service. The position involves maintaining the bar setup in compliance with brand policies and upholding cleanliness and organization within the workspace. Bartenders are expected to actively engage with guests, explaining menu offerings, making recommendations, and suggestively selling to increase sales and meet performance objectives. As a representative of Ruby Tuesday, the bartender must uphold the highest standards of beverage quality and ensure all drinks are prepared in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, including responsible alcohol service. This includes monitoring guest consumption and notifying management of any incidents involving possible excessive alcohol intake or impairment. Additionally, bartenders handle cash and credit transactions following company policies and IRS regulations for tip reporting. The role demands a consistent professional and positive attitude, effective communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, sometimes high-pressure environment. Flexibility in scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential to meet the operational needs of the restaurant. Overall, the bartender at Ruby Tuesday is a key team member dedicated to delivering a superior guest experience while contributing to the restaurant’s success through excellent service and adherence to company standards.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred
Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service
Knowledge of and ability to properly prepare mixed drinks and other beverages
Ability to understand and comply with proper food handling and serving techniques and with federal, state and local alcohol serving regulations
Ability to process cash handling and credit card transactions in compliance with policies and procedures
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment
Attention to details with good organizational and efficient time management skills
Consistent professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills
Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient

Job Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age
High School Diploma or High School equivalency preferred
No prior work experience required
Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service
Knowledge of and ability to properly prepare mixed drinks and other beverages
Ability to understand and comply with proper food handling and serving techniques and with federal, state and local alcohol serving regulations
Ability to process cash handling and credit card transactions in compliance with policies and procedures
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment
Attention to details with good organizational and efficient time management skills
Consistent professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills
Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient

Job Duties

Set up bar in compliance with policies, procedures and brand standards as outlined in the bartender playbook
Maintain clean bar including proper removal of trash, empty glasses, etc
Stock all liquors, beer, wines, mixes, garnishes, glassware and miscellaneous bar supplies
Follow CHARM service model to deliver a great Guest experience
Consistently work to meet or exceed sales goals to achieve Bar Tuesday Status
Learn beverage recipes and menu to explain offerings, make recommendations and suggestively sell to our Guests
Uphold the highest standards of beverage quality
Prepare and serve drinks following policies and procedures, proper food handling and serving techniques, alcohol awareness, and federal, state and local regulations
Immediately notify management of incidents involving possible excessive alcohol consumption or an impaired condition
Process guest checks and payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card and accounting policies and procedures
Report all tips in compliance with company policy and IRS regulations
Consistent professional and positive attitude and actions when communicating with guests and team
Serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with the Ruby Tuesday Responsible Serving Statement Policy
Other responsibilities as assigned