The Bartender is responsible for the setup, maintenance, operation and closing of the bar. Bartenders take drink orders from guests and servers, and are responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcohol drinks in accordance with standardized recipes. Bartenders are required to mix ingredients for cocktails, serve wine and beer, take food orders from guests, ring food and drink orders in the POS system, collect payments and make change. Additionally, Bartenders will wash glassware, prepare drink
Bartenders, or Mixologists, mix and serve alcoholic beverages based on customer requests. Their duties include verifying the identification and age of customers, preparing and serving alcoholic beverages, accepting payment from customers, cleaning glasses and bar utensils and balancing cash receipts to record sales.
Bartender duties and responsibilities
A Bartender has a variety of duties and responsibilities, including:
Verify identification and age requirements of customers
Mix traditional and creative cocktails
Process payment from customers
Clean glasses and bar utensils
Make suggestions based on customer tastes and preferences
Record and balance cash receipts and prepare cash deposits
Open and maintain tabs throughout their shift
Build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere
Bartender skills and qualifications
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
Knowledge of mixology for traditional and creative cocktails
Understanding of unique and complementary flavor pairings
Impeccable customer service and social perceptiveness
Ability to evaluate customer satisfaction and responsiveness
Ability to enforce company policies regarding the consumption of alcohol
Accountability in maintaining inventory and processing payments
Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
garnishes and follow established procedures to prevent over service or serving minors.