BARTENDER

Title Bar Service Staff Hourly Wage Hourly Wage + gratuities

Averages $17-$30 per hour typically

Job Summary The bartenders are responsible for the overall bar operation ’s a fun position at the best spot for events and entertainment!

Requirements and Competencies Knowledge of drink preparation or service.

Excellent interpersonal skills and focus on serving customers.

Ability to remain calm when dealing with disruptive patrons.

Ability to learn cash register software and point of sale systems.

Basic math skills and cash handling experience.

Ability to adapt to changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Preferred education and experience

Knowledge of MyVenue Point of Sale (POS) system.

Completion of training for Serving Alcohol Responsibly.

Completion of mixology, bar keeping, or other related training.

At least one year of related experience.

Job Duties (Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.)Review event sheets and ensure event areas are set up and orderly.

Ensure complete set up, stocking and striking of bars.

Prepare ingredients needed for cocktails and other drinks.

Receives and fulfills orders from patrons and waitstaff.

Prepares and serves liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered.

Ensure that fruit and other garnishes are prepared ahead of the opening of the bar.

Maintain the bar and keep it clean and organized.

Attractively display glasses and liquor bottles.

Keeps bar supplied properly.

Ensures that customers are of legal drinking age by checking photo IDs.Collect money from customers for drinks prepared and served.

Use proper judgment and, when necessary, refuses service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive.

Maintain a clean workspace area at all times.

Serve or deliver drinks to guests when required.

Inspect equipment and supplies to ensure smooth operations.

Maintain high level of customer service and ensure customer needs are being met.

Create and maintain a professional and hospitable appearance and atmosphere.

Assist team and/or other departments with tasks, including light cleaning, moving chairs or signage, and other event related functions.

Always follow health and safety protocols.

Adapt to changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Resolve problems and difficult situations as needed.

Additional duties as assigned.

Schedule This position is part-time with a schedule based on DECC event needs. This position will have mostly afternoon, evening and weekend shifts and may include some holidays.

Uniform Formal Events
- The Bar Service Staff must provide their own black shoes (not athletic sneakers), black socks and black slacks (jeans are not allowed).Casual/Sport/Concert Events
- The DECC will provide polos shirts with the DECC logo. Jeans and sneakers are acceptable.

Additional eligibility requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Successful completion of reference checks

Successful completion of a background check

Successful completion of a drug test, if applicable

Work environment

The Bar Service Staff will work in different areas based on individual events. They will need to move throughout the building to gather supplies for setting up and striking the bars. They will need to access areas including pantries, walk-in coolers, and small areas behind bars. They will also interact face-to-face serving customers. The Bar Service Staff may be exposed to hot areas and also wet, humid, or very cold areas  work space will vary.

Some events may be low noise levels and slower paced. Others may be extremely loud and fast paced.

Physical demands

This position will require someone that is able to stand on their feet for many hours at a time, moving quickly to different places based on needs. The Bar Service Staff will need to use their hands frequently, and…