COA Bartender

At Tara Hospitality, our goal is to build a positive, professional, and hospitable team member community that embodies our culture and values every day. We believe that by supporting one another and leading with kindness, respect, and excellence, we create memorable experiences for our guests and a workplace where everyone can thrive.

OBJECTIVE
The Bartender plays the central role of the team. It is you that have the opportunity to touch and come into contact with the majority of our guests. Not only do you make the drinks that our guest drink, but you play a great role in creating our “VIBE”. You are expected to contribute to the marketing and success of the outlet. This will include assisting in making table reservations as well as developing your own Clientele or “following”. Just as a performer you are on stage, to be viewed by all, that is why it is essential that during your shift you are upbeat, happy, and truly enjoy what you are doing. The more you make a guest feel at home and relaxed the greater their experience will be.

REQUIREMENTS
To include but not limited to
1. Greet guests in a positive, friendly manner and making them feel welcome.
2. Actively Market guests and potential patrons for Outlet.
3. Develop and maintain a customer database through networking.
4. Build and establish a personal clientele.
5. Required to meet requirements set by Management.
6. Responsible for a cash bank.
7. Provide direction to barback to ensure proper operation of the bar.
8. Mix and serve drinks, proportion ingredients to exact recipes and cost criteria.
9. Assist the apprentices and porters as necessary.
10. Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the bar.
11. Perform all opening and closing duties, based upon shift assignment.
12. Clean equipment, tools, and supplies and maintain equipment in good working order.
13. Maintain a level of professionalism and build rapport that will make guests want to return to outlet.
14. Anticipate the guests’ needs and responding appropriately with a sense of urgency.
15. Work as a team, assisting all guests’ and employees’ needs and inquiries.
16. Maintain a bar inventory and order product to maintain established levels.
17. Effectively communicate with management, hosts and service staff to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and/or other employees.
18. Follow all procedures and policies set forth by the company and department.
19. Follow all health and safety regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years’ experience as a bartender preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a high-volume environment.
• Possess extensive knowledge of Spirits, Wine, Beer, Non-Alcoholic, and Food.
• Ability to market and assist in database development.
• Able to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment as well as delicate china and glassware.
• Must possess good attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Good communication skills; multilingual is a plus.
• Must be 21 years of age to serve food and beverages in the State of Tennessee.
• Knowledgeable about food and wine and ability to confidently recommend and serve such items.
• Ability to upsell.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Ability to follow directions well, make quick decisions, and keep organized while under pressure.
• Knowledgeable about health and safety regulations.

Tara Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every Team Member is valued and treated with dignity. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.