Bartender - Great Basin Reno

Job DetailsJob Location: Great Basin Brewing Company Reno - RENO, NV 89502Bartender  We are looking for a customer-focused Bartender to join our team! You will be preparing drinks for customers while creating a friendly and hospitable atmosphere. You are passionate about hospitality and specialize in beverage service and solo dining. Organized, calm, and friendly, you make a point to go above and beyond to make sure customers have exceptional experiences.  Responsibilities:  Greet all customers with a friendly smile; provide friendly, efficient, and personal service to each customer. Take food and drink orders; understand the food and beverage menu to articulate the best possible description and make appropriate recommendations to your guests. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of liquor, wine and beer, including specialty drinks. Accurately and efficiently enter orders into POS system. Clear and reset counters and tables at the conclusion of each guest visit. Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures.  Promote and support the restaurant’s overall philosophy. Communicate with floor managers. Monitor food delivery and beverage service. Keep abreast of food menu and beverage changes during the service. Anticipate what the guests want and do not want. Read the guests and determine the correct approach. Take the extra step to turn good service into great service and make it an experience each guest will remember. Act as the ultimate host on the floor, always looking for ways to exceed the guests’ expectations. Handle banking for the station, always handling monies out of the guests’ view. Controlling costs by: Pouring drinks at proper levels Ensuring all beverage items go on the guest check Limiting waste Taking accurate inventories Opening and closing the bar Qualifications Previous knowledge of food service regulations preferred  Nevada Alcohol Awareness Certification Strong customer service and interpersonal communications skills  Able to stand for long periods of time Able to utilize quick thinking and apply quick resolution to guest issues in accordance with the brand standards Excellent conflict resolution skills Able to work in a fast-paced environment Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays