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Bartender-New Haven

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

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

Job Description

The bartender role is essential to our bar's success, acting as the face of the service and an expert in crafting beverages that delight and surprise our guests. We seek a friendly, outgoing individual with excellent communication skills who can provide an exceptional guest experience. This position requires a bartender who can skillfully mix and match ingredients to create innovative drinks that align with our menu and meet guest expectations. Beyond mixing drinks, the bartender must maintain bar organization, manage inventory, and uphold all food and beverage regulations to ensure safety and quality. This role demands attentiveness to guest needs and preferences, the ability to recommend suitable beverages, and responsibility to monitor alcohol consumption to safeguard our patrons' well-being. Our bartender is expected to work harmoniously with colleagues to keep all areas clean and stocked, promoting a smooth and efficient operation. This position is not only about technical ability but also about personality; the individual must allow their personal flair to shine through in interactions to thrill and engage guests, providing a cellular and memorable experience each time they step up to the bar. Whether restocking supplies, handling transactions professionally, or turning cocktail recipes into works of art, our bartender plays a pivotal role in bringing our establishment’s distinctive atmosphere to life. Overall, this role combines creativity, responsibility, and a guest-focused mindset to maintain and enhance the reputation of our bar as a premier destination for drinks and socializing.

Job Requirements

  • must be of legal age to serve liquor per state law
  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior restaurant experience is a plus but not required
  • pass TIPs/ABC Alcohol test with a score of 70% or better
  • be able to walk and stand for the entirety of a scheduled shift
  • be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, and carry
  • basic mathematical skills to handle money and give proper change
  • basic reading skills
  • basic computer skills including POS handling

Job Qualifications

  • solid knowledge of beer, wine, and familiarity with cocktail recipes
  • strong communication skills
  • understanding of Barcelona's food and beverage specifications
  • comprehension of workplace safety procedures

Job Duties

  • prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages
  • interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks
  • assess guests' needs and preferences and make recommendations
  • restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
  • keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
  • check guests' identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
  • monitor and control alcohol consumption from guests to ensure safety
  • communicate and attend to guests in a timely manner
  • work with others to keep all areas cleaned and stocked to company standards
  • stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
  • comply with all food and beverage regulations

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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