Bartender
Colonial Downs Racetrack · Henrico, VA · 3 wk ago
Management$9/hrFull-time
About the Role
Responsible for providing excellent guest service by preparing cocktails and beverages for guests and servers.
Responsibilities
- Takes beverage orders from guests and checks identification to verify age requirements.
- Promotes brands and products to increase sales.
- Prepares cocktails and beverages for guests and servers according to recipes and specifications.
- Performs set up and breakdown of bar area as well as side work and projects as needed.
- Maintains the appearance and cleanliness of the bar/work area in accordance with company and health department standards by arranging bottle displays, sweeping, wiping countertops, removing trash, etc.
- Assists with inventory control, stocking, and proper rotation of product.
- Performs responsible alcohol service with regards to guest limitations.
- Completes monetary transactions using a point‑of‑sale system by maintaining cash drawer, accepting cash or card for payment, returning correct change, etc.
- Maintains knowledge of all menu items and prices as well as related regulations for drink preparation and storage.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Excellent guest service and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong and accurate money handling skills.
- Ability to work under stress in a fast‑paced environment.
- Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of alcohol.
- Knowledge of all bar equipment, cash register, and company beverage system as well as wines, alcohol, and mixed drinks.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One to three months related experience and/or training in mixing a variety of alcoholic beverages (other combinations of education and experience may be considered).
- Must obtain and maintain Serv‑Safe certificate.
- Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Required to stand for the duration of the shift; may also sit or stand frequently.
- Frequent walking, reaching, handling objects, climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and talking/hearing.
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Work may include long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Noise level is usually moderate to loud; environment may vary with crowds, noise, and smoke.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Pay
$9 per hour plus tips.