Hospitality Bartender

Old Town Pub - Bordentown, NJ

Full-time

Bordentown, NJ

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

We are in search of a talented and sociable bartender to enhance our team. In this role, you will be tasked with creating exquisite drinks, delivering outstanding customer service, and ensuring a tidy and well-organized bar environment. As a bartender, you will play a crucial role in providing a memorable experience for our patrons, showcasing your mixology skills and engaging with customers in a friendly and professional manner. You will be responsible for preparing and serving a diverse range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring that each drink meets our high standards of quality and presentation. Your responsibilities will also include maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the bar area, which involves restocking supplies, washing utensils, and regularly sanitizing surfaces to uphold hygiene standards. You will accurately manage cash and credit transactions, processing payments and providing change as necessary, while overseeing and controlling inventory levels. This includes ordering supplies when required and ensuring proper stock rotation for freshness. Compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations, including responsible alcohol service practices, is essential in this role. Collaboration with fellow team members is key to ensuring seamless operations and exceptional customer experiences. You will stay informed about the latest trends in the beverage industry and engage in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Join us and become a vital member of our team, contributing to creating unforgettable experiences for our esteemed customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a diverse range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages following standard recipes and customer preferences.
• Interact with patrons in a warm and professional manner, taking orders and offering tailored suggestions as needed.
• Keep the bar area clean and orderly, which includes restocking supplies, washing utensils, and regularly sanitizing surfaces.
• Accurately manage cash and credit transactions, processing payments and providing change as necessary.
• Oversee and control inventory levels, ordering supplies when required and ensuring proper stock rotation for freshness.
• Comply with all applicable health and safety regulations, including responsible alcohol service practices.
• Work collaboratively with fellow team members to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer experiences.
• Stay informed about the latest trends in the beverage industry and engage in ongoing training and development opportunities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a bartender in a comparable setting.
• Strong understanding of drink recipes, mixology methods, and beverage presentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a friendly and welcoming attitude.
• Capability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic math skills and competence in handling cash transactions.
• Attention to detail and a dedication to upholding cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Availability for a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service is preferred.