Seasonal Bartender

Description

The Downs at Albuquerque is now hiring for Seasonal Bartender

Bartender $9.00 per hour plus tips!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Immediately greets, and makes welcome, each guest seated in assigned station. Takes initial drink order immediately after guest has being seated.
• Maintains current and accurate information regarding drink menus (i.e., pronunciation, preparation techniques, seasonings, garnishes and presentation). Suggests items to guests based on expressed guest preference. Up-sells appetizers, beverages, desserts in accordance with restaurant/bar service standards.
• Correctly enters food and beverage orders into the POS system to ensure accurate preparation of product.
• Delivers prepared beverage to the appropriate guest within three minutes of completed production of order..
• Itemizes, totals, and presents check for payment to correct customers.
• Assists and oversees bar backs, as necessary, in bussing, cleaning, re-stocking and garnish preparation.
• Operates a cash register/POS system, ringing proper amount into the register and giving the guest or server the correct change; accounts for all cash, charge and complimentary sales according to established procedure; maintains integrity of all financial controls and responsibilities.
• Maintains cleanliness of designated areas as directed in accordance with established health and safety standards.
• Deep cleans restaurant/bar equipment (tables, chairs, booths, soda and juice dispensers, coffee machines), as scheduled, or required.
• Operates and maintains equipment as required in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures.
• Completes assigned side work as directed.
• Provides personalized service and uses guests' names and preferences.
• Recognizes VIP players and ensures they receive the appropriate service.
• Knows and promotes current casino events and programs and can give guests directions to all casino areas.
• Responsible for bar set-ups as outlined by the beverage manager or designates.
• Maintains cleanliness of beverage storeroom, walk in, liquor cages, ice caddies and other areas as assigned.
• Follows set standards of bartending and cashiering as outlined by the beverage manager.
• Follows safety rules established in the department and company.
• Responsible for reporting any theft, suspicious activity, or other behavior that goes against company regulations and standards or places the company, its employees, owners, guests, or equipment at risk.
• Transports bar items and equipment to various locations on and off property as assigned using great care to avoid injury, damage, and loss of product.
• Completes beverage inventories with the help of the beverage supervisor.
• Cuts fruit garnishes as assigned along with other set up duties.
• Knows resort drink list and is proficient in making drinks correctly in a timely manner.
• Follows correct pour procedures at all times to include using a jigger, checking Identification of guests that appear under age, and does not serve drinks to guests that appear to be intoxicated.
• Calls for assistance from manager/supervisor on duty when there is a problem guest or issue that needs attention.
• Needs to be flexible with work schedule and willing to help out in other beverage department outlets as needed.
• This position is not limited to those duties listed in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced or deleted to meet business needs of the company.
• Requirements
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years bartending experience in a high volume, sophisticated restaurant/bar preferred.
• Read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Excellent customer service/communication skills
• Available to work required schedule which may include weekends, late nights, early morning, holidays and overtime as needed
• Must be able to maintain a neat, professional, well groomed appearance and uphold company appearance/dress standards
• Proficient in making all manner of drinks to include classics, traditional, contemporary, shots, as well as moderate experience/knowledge in wine, ports, cordials, and other spirits and alcoholic beverages.
• Must be able to get a New Mexico Alcohol Server Permit.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Able to tolerate second-hand smoke, noise, bright lights
• Able to work at a fast pace in an often crowded/noisy environment
• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Glass racks, coffee urns, bins of flatware, supplies to restock service stations)
• Must be able to lift trays with food (35 lbs.) above shoulder level
• Must be able to pull or push 100 lbs. (Tables and chairs as required to provide appropriate seating arrangements for customers)
• Must be able to reach above and below the shoulder, grip small items (i.e., flatware, pla…