JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION INFORMATION

POSITION TITLE: Bartender CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage SUPERVISOR: Lead Bartender

SALARY: $11.35 an hour plus tips Revision Date: 12/28/2017

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the lead bartender, serves beverages, fills beverage orders and provides guest service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

· Mixes and serves alcoholic drinks to guests.

· Collects money for drinks served and makes change for guests.

· Responsible for the safe and clean environment of the Bar areas.

· Cleans and sterilizes glasses and bar equipment on a continual basis.

· Replaces empty beer kegs and replenishes wine units accordingly.

· Responsible for the check and audit of the till receipts for the shift and responsible for dispensing receipts to proper authorities.

· Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.

· Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED plus one-year guest service experience. Must be 21 years of age. No felony, theft or stealing convictions. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

· Knowledge bartending and bar maintenance operations and guest service.

· Knowledge of all bar items and liquors. 

· Knowledge of POS systems.

· Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with other staff and general public.

· Ability to service guests in a professional appearance and manner.

· Ability to follow instructions and work in a stressful and busy environment. 

· Skill in interpersonal and guest relations.

· Ability to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written and oral instructions.

· Must complete the Food Handler’s Training instruction online and obtain the Food Handler’s Certificate within 30 days of employment. The Certificate must be updated every 2 years.

· Must complete the Arizona Title 4 BASIC Liquor Law Training class and obtain the Certificate of Completion within 90 days of employment. The Certificate must be updated every 3 years.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally performed in a Bar and Casino setting with exposure to second-hand smoke and a high noise level. Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.