Bartender Job Description

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Bartender Introduction:

Are you’re looking to use your talents creatively in one of _______________’s best [bar/restaurant/etc]? Do you love meeting people and take providing service personally? You might be perfect for our Bartender position! In this role, you would be interacting with our evening guests and ensuring that their needs are met while in our restaurant. We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, the ability to multitask, and a love for going the extra mile for guests.

Bartender Responsibilties:

In this role, you will report to the Restaurant Manager. Responsibilities may include:

• Recording guest orders and providing recommendations when asked
• Upselling drinks to maximize profits
• Mixing great quality drinks and serving food to our guests
• Educating customers on our menu concept and ingredients we use
• Providing excellent and timely customer service
• Serve guests responsibly to ensure they are safe
• Stocking the bar inventory when needed
• Other duties as required

Bartender Qualifications:

• 2+ years of bartending experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be of legal drinking age
• Smart Serve certification (or equivalent Alcohol Training Awareness Program (ATAP) in your location*)
• Mixology Certification considered a definite asset
• Ability to multitask
• Positive and friendly attitude
• Must be able to stand for 8-hour shifts
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Bartender Core Skills:

• Positive attitude
• Customer service
• Interpersonal communication
• Multitasking
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Cocktail design
• Smart Serve
• Discretion
• Professional conduct
• Consistency
• Numeracy
• Point of Sale (POS)
  
  

Alongside Pro Tip:

Think about the personality of your establishment when creating this job posting. What skills and personality will your ideal candidate need to have? Attract qualified job seekers with a job posting that gives a sense of the environment they’ll work in and the style of service they’ll provide.