Seasonal Bartender

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The legacy of Ashbourne Farms is built on its agricultural tradition, from its early days breeding Shorthorn cattle to its history as a notable Inn that served some of the original farm-to‑table cuisines. With the passage of time came an even deeper understanding of the oft‑misused phrase. Here, it is tied to the importance of responsibly raised animals, sustainably grown produce, and the utmost care for the land.

• Drink Preparation and Service:
  Accurately prepare and serve a wide variety of beverages, including cocktails, beer, wine, and non‑alcoholic drinks, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation meet the establishment’s standards.
• Customer Interaction and Service:
  Provide friendly, attentive, and personalized customer service, engaging with patrons, taking orders efficiently, managing special requests, and addressing any complaints or concerns promptly and professionally.
• Inventory Management:
  Monitor and manage bar inventory, including ordering supplies, restocking, and maintaining accurate records of stock levels. Ensure minimal wastage through precise pouring and efficient use of ingredients.
• Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations:
  Adhere to all relevant health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including proper handling and storage of beverages, maintaining cleanliness of the bar area, and ensuring responsible alcohol service.
• Cash Handling and Transaction Processing:
  Accurately manage cash, credit card transactions, and tips, ensuring proper accounting practices are followed and discrepancies are minimized.
• Promotion and Upselling:
  Actively promote the bar’s offerings, suggest new or premium products, and create special drink promotions to increase sales and enhance the customer experience.

• Education:
  
  Bartending Certification
• Experience:
  
  6 months to 1 year of related experience
• STAR Certification a plus, but not required
• Proficiency in mixing drinks and creating cocktails, along with a thorough understanding of various types of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages, their ingredients, and proper serving techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact positively with customers, take orders accurately, handle complaints diplomatically, and provide a welcoming atmosphere.
• Keen attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of drink orders, maintain cleanliness and organization in the bar area, and comply with health and safety standards.
• The ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects (such as kegs and cases of beverages), and work in a fast‑paced environment, often during late hours.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items, which can weigh up to fifty pounds or more.
• The capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, such as preparing drinks, processing transactions, and attending to customers, while maintaining high standards of service.
• Proficiency in handling cash and processing transactions accurately, and basic math skills to calculate totals, make change, and manage tips.

Ashbourne Farms provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Retail

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