Bartender

JOB PURPOSE: The Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional guest service through the preparation and service of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at Barchetta, a new coastal Italian chophouse overlooking Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway. This role ensures a clean, safe, organized, and efficient bar environment while maintaining Omni standards of service and supporting overall Food & Beverage operations based on business needs.
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

Provides guest service support across food and beverage outlets, as assigned based on business needs

Follows, enforces, complies with, and adheres to all Omni rules, policies, procedures, standards, and recipes

Sets up, maintains, and breaks down bar stations, ensuring cleanliness and operational readiness throughout the shift

Greets guests with a pleasant demeanor and delivers professional, courteous, and attentive service

Takes beverage and food orders, answers menu questions, and offers recommendations and daily specials

Prepares cocktails and beverages according to standard recipes and presentation guidelines

Mixes drinks for service staff only when properly entered into the POS system

Maintains familiarity with wine lists, beer selections, spirits, appropriate glassware, and garnishes

Ensures consistency and quality in beverage presentation and execution

Records all transactions accurately in the POS system and adheres to established cash-handling procedures

Presents accurate checks to guests and processes payments in a timely manner

Maintains knowledge of property amenities and other food and beverage outlets

Enforces all applicable liquor liability laws and responsible alcohol service policies

Duties, responsibilities, and work locations may change or be assigned at any time based on business needs.

Associates may be cross trained in multiple functions or outlets to support operational efficiency and professional development

Must be available to work varied schedules, shifts, and locations, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and different outlets as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum of one (1) year bartending experience

Working knowledge of wine, spirits, and beer, including sales and presentation techniques

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, in English

Ability to accurately and efficiently enter information into the POS system

Strong customer service, service recovery, and problem-solving skills

Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers and management across departments

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance

Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, and continuous use of hands and arms

Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, including entire shifts

Work may occur in indoor and outdoor environments