Bartender

Job Title: Bartender

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Hours: Part-time

About the role:

Bartenders assist with the set-up, tear down, maintenance and operation of the bar. Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with standard recipes and state law. Operate a cash register in the case of a cash bar. Will prepare garnishes for drink, pull bars and set-up kegs as needed for events. Works directly with the public as a positive representative of Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. This position reports directly to the Event Operations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Obtain all necessary information prior to the event including event information sheet and liquor inventory sheet.

• Obtain and maintain all necessary equipment and supplies for event.

• Assure bar arrangements are set up properly and ready to serve (which may vary from 15-30 minutes prior to event start time).

• Ensure atmosphere and facility are clean and professionally presented.

• Follow Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium policies and standards.

• Properly follow food handling and beverage procedures according to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium policies and procedures and state laws.

• Serve as a positive representative of Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium (professional and friendly attitude to guests).

• Ensure proper set-up, tear down, and storage of equipment/supplies.

• Utilize and complete all appropriate paperwork.

• Operate cash register, collect payment, and make change.

• Make sure drink tickets are accounted for and turned in at the end of the event to the Event Coordinator.

• Fill in where necessary to fulfill any duties that are required to make the event successful.

• Communicate problems and ideas with management.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum age of 19 years old.

• High School graduates with bartending experience preferred. Food service or hotel/restaurant experience is helpful.

• Good interpersonal skills.

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and memorize.

• General knowledge of food and beverage service procedures.

• Knowledge of bar/restaurant supplies, equipment, and inventory control.

• Experience in various phases of event operations with knowledge of event set-up for groups ranging in size from 1 to 2,000 people.

• Basic math skills and experience in operating and reading computerized cash registers and tape readouts.

• Knowledge of zoo administrative practices with a willingness to learn other areas.

Candidates might be (depending on position) required to pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, negative skin tuberculosis test, and possess a valid drivers license with a good history.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Will sometimes work extended/odd hours including weekends, holidays, and night programs.

• Must be able to walk long distances across the multiple venues and work areas. Will assist in moving products between multiple areas within the Zoo.

• This position works primarily in an indoor event room environment; however, a significant portion of the duty is performed outdoors in an exotic animal/zoo environment and is subject to all types of weather conditions.

• Must be able to sit, kneel, bend, twist, reach above head, and climb. Stand for long periods of time.

• Will lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds using safe and proper lifting methods.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC.

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