Desperados Bartender at Goodfellas Pizzeria

Lexington, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mixology, Craft cocktails, Tequila knowledge, Mezcal knowledge, Customer service, Cash register operation, Inventory management, Conflict resolution, Safe alcohol service, Sanitation practices, Bar maintenance, Garnish preparation

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Desperados is seeking responsible, hard-working individuals with great attitudes to join our thriving team in the Distillery District. Excitement to learn new mixology techniques and broaden tequila & mezcal knowledge, and the ability to take direction are of utmost importance to our bartending team. Duties/Responsibilities: Provide the best and highest quality craft cocktails and drinks to guests. Deliver the highest level of customer service to every guest, including greeting/thanking guests, engaging with guests, and building rapport. Continuously trains, learns, and gathers knowledge about the alcohol industry. Maintains the bar by keeping it clean and organized throughout the shift. Ensures that fruit and other garnishes are prepared ahead of the opening. Attractively displays glasses and liquor bottles. Verifies that customers are of legal drinking age. Exercise proper judgment and, when necessary, refuse service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive. Handle escalations appropriately and timely to the Head Bartender and Bar Manager. Submits orders or creates requisition forms for liquor, beer, and other bar-related supplies. TIPS or ServSafe Certified in Safe Service of Alcohol within 30 days of employment. Follow all health and sanitation practices, as well as all safety procedures and protocols. Ability to open, and close the store and monitor guests and safe practices. Requirements Required Skills/Abilities: Extensive knowledge of drink preparation or service including classic cocktails. Strong knowledge of spirits, beer, and wine with a major focus on tequila & mezcal. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm when dealing with unruly and argumentative patrons. Ability to learn and operate cash register software. Education and Experience: Completion of mixology, barkeeping, or other related training preferred. Advanced bartending skills and abilities. Minimum of one year related experience. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks. Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately. Must be able to lift to 50 pounds following proper techniques preventing injury. Must be legal drinking age or older.

Responsibilities

The bartender is responsible for preparing high-quality craft cocktails and providing exceptional customer service to guests. They must also maintain bar cleanliness, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and legal drinking age regulations.