Job Description

Bartender Position

This position is responsible for providing exceptional service to guests during events and functions at the Institute. This role ensures a welcoming and professional bar experience while maintaining cleanliness, safety, and compliance with all regulations. The Bartender will also support the front of house staff during times of high volume or when there are no bars scheduled.

This is a part time position- 25-30 hours per week. Salary range is $15.00 to $17.00 per hour.

Essential Responsibilities

Beverage Service:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standardized recipes.
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting with guests in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Accurately take and fulfill drink orders, ensuring guest satisfaction.

Event Support:

• Set up and breakdown bar stations for events, including restocking supplies and cleaning equipment.
• Collaborate with event staff to ensure seamless service during conferences, banquets, and other functions.
• Monitor and manage bar inventory during events, notifying the Food and Beverage Manager of low stock or equipment needs.

Compliance and Safety:

• Verify guest identification to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
• Adhere to all state and local alcohol service regulations.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Cash and Inventory Handling:

• Process cash and card transactions accurately using the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Maintain accurate records of sales, inventory usage, and tips.

Competency or Position Requirements:

• Previous bartending experience in a hospitality, restaurant, or conference center setting.
• Knowledge of beverage recipes, techniques, and bar equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Positive, patient, team-minded attitude.
• Assist the Front of House waitstaff as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in safe alcohol service (ServSafe Alcohol).
• Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems.

Physical Factors (Environment): Stand for extended periods (up to 10 hours per day)

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• The ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.

Quality Standards: The Institute expects safety, integrity, professionalism, and high-quality work from all employees.

Preferred/Required Education: High School Diploma/GED, Trade or Technical school preferred

Required Experience: 2+ years

Work Schedule: Varies

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected status.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

We are a Rule 36 Drug Free Workplace which means an applicant is required to submit to a pre-employment drug test after being given a conditional offer of employment.

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