Bartender/Cabana Bartender (F/T or P/T)

JOB TITLE: Bartender

DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage

REPORTS TO: Food & Beverage Director; Service & Beverage Manger

FLSA: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY: A service professional who prepares and serves both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. They interact with members, take orders, and serve drinks. Requires knowledge of all including food/wine pairings and wine presentation and service.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· To arrive well-groomed and on-time and dressed in the appropriate uniform.

· Required to quickly make drinks for members, serve food and make drinks for the servers to serve to members/guests.

· Mixing, garnishing, and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to club specifications for members/guests at the bar and dining areas.

· Keeping the bar stocked and clean while always providing friendly and attentive service.

· Review and set up your section/events to ensure all glassware, alcohol and so on meet the standards of St Ives Country Club.

· Possess complete knowledge of the menus and be able to answer any menu questions from members/guests graciously and with respect.

· Gracefully present, open, and serve bottles of wine in a professional manner.

· Know and abide by all Club policies and applicable state and local laws when serving alcohol to members and their guests.

· Communicate any issues with food service or dining issues to the Managers in a timely manner.

· Follow Club procedures for handling and storing food products in a safe and sanitary manner.

· Assist in the opening and closing duties for each shift and occasional dining set-ups (buffets, displays, etc.).

· Must treat all members, guests, and Team Members with respect.

· Will be required to bill member charges with Club Systems point of sale system.

· Duties during the event can vary based on the situation, but, in general, they must be able to focus on the job while staying on their feet and moving about freely, which can include bending, climbing stairs and carrying items weighing 25-70 pounds.

· Good communication is important, as is being able to follow directions efficiently and meet the physical demands of the job.

· Bartenders must always adhere to health and safety standards, even when closing at the end of the event, which may include breaking down the table set up and taking tablecloths and items to the laundry.

· All other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Push, pull or lift to 50 pounds.

· Continuous repetitive motions.

· Work in hot, humid, and noisy environments.

· Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.

REQUIRED QUALIFICAITONS:

· Johns Creek Pouring Permit.

· TIPS Alcohol Certification. - will supply application upon employment

· Experience in the food and beverage industry is preferred.

· Professional, displaying strong work ethics and working effectively as part of a team.

· Ability to fulfill assigned tasks quickly and efficiently.

· Must be available to work weekends and major holidays.