FOH - Bartender (Part Time)

Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $9.25 - $17.25

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

Training and development opportunities

Job Description

This job opening is for a Bartender position at an established hospitality venue which prides itself on providing exceptional food and beverage service to its clientele. The venue could be a restaurant, club, hotel, or similar establishment focused on delivering a memorable dining and social experience. This company is committed to maintaining the highest standards for its patrons by ensuring professional service combined with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Employees here are expected to engage directly with members and guests, fostering a positive environment that enhances customer satisfaction and loyalty.

The Bartender role is essential to the daily operations of the bar area, where the successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are critical to the smooth functioning of service. This includes expertly mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring that the bar area remains clean and well-organized throughout each shift. Beyond basic bartending duties, this role requires knowledge of beverage inventory control, including requisition and monthly inventories, which helps the establishment manage costs and reduce waste effectively. The Bartender will also assist on the floor with food service when needed, highlighting the importance of teamwork and flexibility in this dynamic position.

A key responsibility of the Bartender will be to acquire and maintain detailed knowledge of the menu offerings, beverage selections including liquors, beers, and wines, as well as the ability to advise members with any questions they may have. Understanding alcoholic beverage regulations and club policies related to alcohol service is also crucial to uphold compliance and ensure responsible service practices. The candidate will need excellent interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and courteously with members and fellow staff, contributing positively to the overall customer experience.

The physical demands of the role include standing or walking for extended periods and the ability to carry trays of food and drinks weighing up to 35 pounds, so robustness and stamina are important. This job offers a lively, controlled work environment that includes indoor and outdoor service areas, especially during seasonal outdoor patio operations. The Bartender position not only requires a knowledge of mixology and service etiquette but also a spirit of cooperation, cheerfulness, and the willingness to support colleagues across different departments when necessary. This synergistic approach helps ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Job Requirements

Must be neat, cooperative, and cheerful with member and fellow employees
Must have knowledge of food and beverage serving skills normally acquired through on the job training and a minimum of three months experience
Excellent interpersonal skills required to be courteous in greeting members and communicating menu items
Ability to stand and walk for long periods
Ability to lift and carry trays weighing up to 35 pounds
Compliance with state statutes and club policies on alcohol service
Willingness to assist co-workers in any department when needed

Job Qualifications

Must have knowledge of food and beverage serving skills normally acquired through on-the-job training and a minimum of three months experience
Excellent interpersonal skills required to be courteous in greeting members and communicating menu items
Should possess knowledge of various types of liquors, beers, wines, mixed drinks, etc
Ability to acquire a working knowledge of the menu and beverage and wine service
Ability to maintain accurate inventory and requisitions
Good physical stamina and ability to carry trays with food and dishes
Neat, cooperative, and cheerful demeanor when interacting with members and staff

Job Duties

Mixes and serve alcoholic drinks to order
Responsible for maintaining an adequate supply of glassware and restocking glassware
Maintains an adequate supply of liquors, beers, wines, sodas, and mixers by requisitioning such supplies at the end of each shift or throughout the shift
Ensures orders are made in a fair and timely manner and in a sequenced order
Acquires a working knowledge of the menu and beverage and wine service and can answer questions about the same
Responsible for sale tickets, proper entering of member information and food and beverage orders, sees that member sign tickets
Responsible for daily inventory, requisition and end-of-the-month inventory
May establish recipes for drinks and set up portion controls for beverages upon approval of the Clubhouse Manager
Waits on members and guests when necessary
Should possess knowledge of various types of liquors, beers, wines, mixed drinks, etc
Ensures compliance with various state statutes and club policy on alcohol service
Be prepared to assist co-workers in any department
Any other duties not stated as assigned