Bartender

About the role

The Purple Cow is seeking a dynamic and experienced bartender to join our team. This position reports to the Manager on Duty.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and create a welcoming bar experience
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages accurately and efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar area
• Verify guest identification and comply with all alcohol service laws
• Accurately handle cash, credit card transactions, and maintain a personal bank
• Count back change correctly to guests
• Communicate drink orders clearly with team members and management
• Restock bar supplies and complete side work as assigned
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards at all times
• Strong sense of guest service and urgency
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills
• Basic math and cash-handling skills
• Ability to stay focused and organized in a high-volume environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Prior bartending experience preferred (but willing to train the right candidate)
• Must meet legal age requirements to serve alcohol

Requirements

• Must meet legal age requirements to serve alcohol

Qualifications

• Strong sense of guest service and urgency
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills
• Basic math and cash-handling skills
• Ability to stay focused and organized in a high-volume environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Prior bartending experience preferred (but willing to train the right candidate)

Skills

• Customer service
• Cash handling
• Time management
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Paid vacation for Full Time Team Members and Salaried Managers
• Bonus potential for all Salaried Managers
• Annual Performance and Salary Reviews for all Salaried Managers, Kitchen Staff and Host Staff
• Kitchen Staff and Host Staff receive a Work Life Balance Discounted meals
• Hourly Team Members receive Free meals
• An enjoyable and comfortable work environment
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Training & development

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and determined based on the needs of the business.

Company Information

The Purple Cow has been serving "The Young of All Ages" in Central Arkansas since 1989. We are a 50s-style, full-service diner known for gourmet burgers, specialty sandwiches, delicious entrée salads, and old-fashioned soda fountain treats. We are proud of our food, service, community involvement, and most of all, our team!

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Purple Cow is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.