Bartender

Description

Step into a world of timeless sophistication at The Wiseguy Lounge — where the spirit of the roaring 1920s meets modern craft. Voted one of the top bourbon bars in America by The Bourbon Review, we offer award-winning cocktails, a rotating selection of craft beers, and an exclusive collection of elite bourbons. Join our team and be part of a place where history, flavor, and unforgettable experiences come together.

Requirements

• Provide the best and highest quality craft cocktails and drinks to guests. 
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of bourbon and assist customers in making selections.
• Deliver the highest level of customer service to every guest, including greeting/thanking guests, engaging with guests, and building rapport.
• Continuously train, learn, and gather knowledge about the alcohol industry.
• Maintains the bar: keeps the bar clean and organized throughout the shift.
• Ensures that fruit and other garnishes are prepared ahead of the opening.
• Attractively displays glasses and liquor bottles.
• Ensures that customers are of legal drinking age.
• Uses proper judgment and, when necessary, refuses service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive.
• Address escalations promptly and appropriately to the Head Bartender and Bar Manager.
• Submits orders or creates requisition forms for liquor, beer, and other bar-related supplies.
• TIPS Certified or SERVSafe in Safe Service of Alcohol within 30 days of employment.
• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth and efficient bar operations.
• Follow all health and sanitation practices, as well as all safety procedures and protocols.
• Capability to open and close the store while monitoring guests and ensuring safe practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and late-night availability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Bartender in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior craft cocktail-making skills.
• Extensive knowledge of bourbon and ability to educate customers about different selections.
• Completion of mixology, bar-keeping, or other related training preferred.
• Advanced bartending skills and abilities.
• Minimum of one year related experience.

Physical Qualifications:

• Prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks.
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds following proper techniques preventing injury.
• Must be legal drinking age or older.