Bartending, Beverages, Card Processing, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Multitasking, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, People Management, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Reconciliation, Restaurant, Waitressing
We are seeking a friendly, energetic, and professional Bartender to join our family-owned and operated restaurant. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional hospitality to bar guests, prepare and serve beverages, take food orders, and ensure a welcoming dining experience for guests who choose to enjoy dinner at the bar. This role requires strong multitasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with servers, kitchen staff, and management in a fast-paced environment. Bartenders in restaurant settings often serve both drinks and full dinner service to bar patrons while supporting the dining room through service-bar drink orders.
Responsibilities:
- Welcome guests and create a warm, hospitable atmosphere.
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and restaurant standards.
- Take food and beverage orders from guests dining at the bar.
- Provide menu recommendations, describe daily specials, and suggest food and beverage pairings.
- Accurately enter orders into the POS system and process payments.
- Verify guest identification and comply with all New Jersey alcohol service laws.
- Prepare drinks for both bar guests and dining room service tickets.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar area.
- Restock liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and supplies.
- Handle cash, credit card transactions, and end-of-shift reconciliation.
- Assist with opening, closing, inventory, and side work duties.
- Work collaboratively with servers, hosts, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth service.
Qualifications:
- Previous bartending experience in a restaurant, tavern, or bar preferred.
- Knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and food service.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and maintain composure during busy dinner service.
- Familiarity with POS systems and cash handling.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.