Bartender

About the role

At Sonata Lake Mary we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service! Come be a part of the excitement as we continue our journey of touching lives in this beautiful community and premier work atmosphere! As a Certified Great Place To Work for 8 years in a row, we offer a thriving culture where you belong.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Responsibilities

• Greet guests at the bar, guide them through the ordering process, prepare cocktails and beverages using appropriate garnishes, barware, glassware, and recipes
• Ensure bar maintenance needs are communicated appropriately and maintain a clean and organized bar at all times
• Acknowledge all guests, however busy and at any point during shift
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond promptly
• Have a complete understanding of all menus, menu structure, origins, suppliers, seasonality, flavor and texture, allergy restrictions, preparation methods (and limitations), and presentation styles
• Understand the signature cocktail program, spirits available, pricing, and flavor profiles
• Have a complete understanding of the wines available and their pairings to offer guests and residents
• Understand proper wine service, decanting, appropriate use of glassware, and knowledge of beers on hand and availability
• Understand and comply with dining service standards, policies, and procedures in relation to guests dining at the bar, and alcoholic drinks ordered in the main dining room
• Operate the point-of-sale system and appropriate uses of credit, house charges, and credit card transactions
• Conduct thorough inventory regularly and communicate bar needs (juices, soda, napkins, condiments, beer, wine, liquor, dry goods, etc.), completing inventory form accurately
• Assist with the stocking of all liquor, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverage products
• Assist with orders and requisitions from the bar
• Control the amount of alcohol served so that guests do not become intoxicated
• At the start of each shift, check the daily prep list to ensure it is complete and that there is sufficient prepared product available
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance, use of equipment, and use equipment only as intended
• Handle, store, and rotate all products appropriately
• Follow all emergency procedures
• Understand all safety practices and procedures
• Report on-the-job injuries to the Food & Beverage Director before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs
• Communicate effectively with Food & Beverage Director and other team members
• Advise Food & Beverage Director of any changes in physical or mental health of a Resident immediately
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record, notify Food & Beverage Director if late or unable to work in accordance with personnel policies, and follow work schedule
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years Bartending experience, preferably in a Senior Living or Club setting
• Ability to work in a team environment and work flexible shifts
• Strong communication (both verbal and written) and listening skills
• Reliable record keeping, documentation, and reporting ability
• Extreme discretion and professionalism
• Work well under pressure and navigate quickly changing priorities
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Physically able to reach, bend/stoop/crouch, twist/turn and do repetitive motions
• Physically able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds if necessary

Additional Information

• May have picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments
• May be required to work weekends and holidays as assigned
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired