Bartender - Cardinals Nation

Springfield, MO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Paid holidays

flexible schedule

Job Description

Cardinals Nation is a vibrant and dynamic restaurant and bar that celebrates the rich history and memories of the Cardinals baseball team. This two-story establishment offers guests a world championship service experience combined with a contemporary dining ambiance. With over 50 flat-screen TVs strategically placed throughout the venue, patrons are ensured they never miss a moment of the action while enjoying their favorite food and beverages. The restaurant features three spacious patio decks and four full-service bars, providing a perfect setting for families, friends, and sports fans of all ages. Cardinals Nation blends an old-school vibe with a modern dining experience, making it an ideal destination for those looking to enjoy great food, refreshing drinks, and an energetic atmosphere centered around baseball and community spirit.

The role of a Bartender at Cardinals Nation is integral to maintaining the lively and enjoyable environment that guests expect. This position requires individuals who are energetic, outgoing, and possess a fun personality, all while maintaining a professional demeanor. Bartenders at Cardinals Nation are responsible for executing proper steps of service diligently, ensuring every guest receives polite, professional, and courteous service. The role involves mixing and preparing cocktails according to standardized recipes, serving wine, beer, and other beverages, and taking orders accurately from guests and serving staff. Communication skills are highly emphasized as bartenders interact consistently with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors to provide an exceptional dining experience.

Bartenders must be knowledgeable about a variety of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, and non-alcoholic beverages, including the appropriate designated glassware, preparation methods, and garnishments. Part of the job is also to guide guests through menu selections, promote current offers, and accurately record and account for all orders and payments, including tips as per company policy. Legal compliance, such as verifying guests' identification for age requirements, is also a key responsibility. The role may require working nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the nature of the hospitality industry. Physical demands include handling items up to 50 pounds, moving efficiently within bar and kitchen areas, and maintaining safe food and product handling practices. This position demands a skilled, knowledgeable, and personable individual committed to delivering an outstanding customer service experience aligned with Cardinals Nation's reputation and values.

Job Requirements

Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds (bar ware, boxes, bottles, etc.)
Moving about the bar, lounge, and kitchen efficiently and safely
Handling food, objects, products and utensils effectively and safely
Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling
Must meet state legal age requirements
Valid alcohol awareness certification or food service permit as required
Ability to communicate effectively with guests and staff
Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
Basic math skills
Reading and writing competency

Job Qualifications

At least 1-2 years experience with bartending at high volume bars and/or nightclubs
Knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments
Formal bartending training preferred
Must meet state legal age requirements
Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred
Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors
Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc
Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently
May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays

Job Duties

Provide an energetic, outgoing, fun personality while maintaining professionalism
Perform varied duties to ensure all aspects of the proper steps of service
Offer polite, professional, and courteous customer service
Communicate effectively with co-workers and guests
Mix ingredients and prepare cocktails and other drinks according to drink recipe
Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer
Take beverage orders from serving staff or from guests
Communicate effectively, clearly, patiently and humorously with co-workers and guests
Complete all side work as assigned
Be well-versed in the products in order to guide the guest experience and sell food and beverage items
Check guests' identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption
Present and encourage current promotions to guests
Accurately record and account for all items ordered and secure payment from guest
Accurately account for all sales and receipts and record tips as outlined in company policies and procedures