Bartender

Position Title: Bartender

Reports to: Beverage Operations Manager; Director of Food & Beverage

Supervisors: Not a supervisory position

Position Summary: 

The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests in a timely, professional, and friendly manner. This role requires that all beverages are prepared accurately and according to established standards while delivering exceptional customer service. Maintaining a clean, organized, and well stocked bar area.

Position Characteristics: 

Bar staff must excel in a fast-paced environment and have a positive attitude while providing exceptional service. Must have strong communication skills and present a friendly and upbeat attitude. Be able to think through problems and/or unexpected situations; multi-task and be able to act quickly while retaining a calm, professional demeanor. Knowledgeable of drink preparation, wine service, and both food and beverage menus. Must have a good sense of time management and organization, take pride in their appearance, provide excellent drink service and presentation. Ability to anticipate guest needs.

Essential Job Functions: *including but not limited to*

Guest Interaction

Drink Preparation & Service:

Bar Maintenance & Cleanliness:

Collaboration & Team Support: 

Additional Responsibilities and Job Requirements: 

Preferred Education and/or Experience: 

Previous experience as a bartender or in a similar role withing the hospitality or service industry (high-touch hospitality environments strongly preferred). Knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits, and be familiar with standard drink recipes.

Appearance and Grooming:

All employees are required to follow the procedures set forth by the associate handbook regarding proper workplace appearance. Employees must adhere to their department’s specific uniform requirements. 

Language Skills:

Ability to speak clearly and concisely to maintain proper, effective communication with members and staff.

Reasoning Abilities:

Be able to problem-solve, possess basic mathematical skills, and be flexible. Establish and uphold effective working relationships with others. Work quickly and accurately, both independently and as a part of a team. Exercise good judgment, multi-task, and understand and follow instruction.

Physical Demands:

This position involves (on a regular basis) standing, walking, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, reaching, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting at least 50 pounds.

Work Environment: 

The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate, characteristic of fine dining restaurants or country clubs. The work environment is comparable to other food service industries and restaurant environments but may include atypical or extraordinary conditions.

Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work expected to be performed for this role at Westwood Country Club. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position. All job requirements are subject to possible modifications and will be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of other employees. This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instruction and perform other job-related duties when requested by their supervisor, a compliance rule for federal and state positions. Listed requirements are representative of the necessary skills and abilities to perform this job successfully. Employees must possess these essential abilities to perform the assigned position proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.