Bartender - The Porch - Saturday Nights

Bartender - The Porch - Saturday NightsJob Category: F+B OPSRequisition Number: BARTE007980Beach House Hilton Head1 S Forest Beach DrHilton Head Island, SC 29928, USADescriptionResponsibilities:Greet guests as they approach the bar; promote house drinks and utilize up-selling skills to maximize revenues.Prepare beverages requested by customers. Adhere to established pouring standards and drink recipes to provide a consistent product to the guests and to control costs. Coordinate food service with restaurant(s) for bar/lounge guests if applicable.Monitor guest behavior and guest alcohol consumption or impaired condition of customers; check identification whenever the age of a guest requesting an alcoholic beverage service is questionable.Alert Management of any service and/or safety issues. Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.Set up bar including all liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies. Perform pre- and post-shift side-work (empty/fill ice-bins, prepare garnishments, replenish/store snack, etc.). Requisition all necessary supplies.Inventory unused liquor and beverages. Ensure that all liquor is properly secured before, during, and at close of shift.Obtain, count and secure bartender's bank; receive cash and credit payments from customers; give accurate change and balance cash drawer at end of shift. Wipe down counters, equipment and machinery for proper operation. Sweep and mop bar floor after shift. Wipe down counters, equipment, stools, chairs, tables and other areas as required.Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements:Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments. Formal bartending training preferred. Must meet state legal age requirements. Must speak fluent English.This job also requires the ability to perform the following:Carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds occasionallymoving about the bar, lounge, pavilion, and kitchenBending, stooping, kneelingEngaging communication skillsAlcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agencyWill be required to share in working nights, weekends, and/or holidaysWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans & individuals with disabilities. We participate in E-Verify.