Bartender, Food & Beverage

About the role

Employment Status: Full Time. Department: Trilogy at Verde River Ranch Trilogy® at Verde River™: Verde River Golf & Social Club. The centerpiece of the community sits adjacent to Tonto National Forest with sweeping views of the Mazatzal Mountains and the iconic Four Peaks. Here you will find a newly re-envisioned golf course, tennis & pickleball courts, poolside bar & grill, luxurious resort pool, and The Outfitter, the starting point for outdoor fun. The Club also features our signature restaurant and full service spa. Located in Rio Verde, 20 minutes north of Scottsdale, Arizona.

Position Overview: The Bartender prepares and serves beverages and food to guests seated at the bar, in the restaurant, or on the patio according to company standards. This position reports to the Food & Beverage Manager.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming atmosphere and provide excellent hospitality by having a working knowledge of the resort facility and dining area, and be able to respond to guest questions and speak with enthusiasm about other resort services.
• Take a proactive approach to ensure a consistent set of superior standards of food service and quality are meeting or exceeding employee and guest expectations.
• Greet and serve guests in an energetic and friendly fashion; listen to determine beverage preferences and make drink recommendations.
• Check identification to assure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Notice and report potential safety issues or customer concerns to a supervisor.
• Meet with staff at all levels to develop a common vision, discuss current needs, and plan for future Food & Beverage functions.
• Respond to incoming food and beverage phone calls.
• Mix drinks and serve wine and beer; take food and beverage orders from guests and/or waiters and waitresses; prepare to-go orders; replenish bar snacks.
• Handle cash and card transactions, ensure charges are accurate and return correct change to guests; balance the cash register.
• Take inventory and order liquors and supplies, while maintaining quality within proper price points and facility budget.
• Maintain a clean work area; remove trash, wash all glasses and equipment, and clean the bar area according to quality and safety procedures.
• Oversee and assist in all Food & Beverage functions (i.e. corporate parties, weddings).
• Prepare beverages, supplies, and other bar setups for banquets and other functions.
• Attend culinary exhibitions and educational seminars to stay current regarding developments in the Food & Beverage industry, as requested.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred.
• One year experience bartending, in a resort facility preferred.
• Must meet the state and federal minimum age requirement for serving alcohol.
• Current Food Handlers Card and TIPS® Certification (Training for Intervention Procedures).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide; must be able to calculate discounts,