Bartender- FT

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. The Bartender will be responsible for making alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages by following recipes and delivering high‑quality food and drinks in a clean and friendly environment. The Bartender will also ensure exceptional service to all guests consistent with Mainsail Lodging & Development’s service standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma, equivalent, or higher
• Previous hospitality experience
• 2 years of bartending experience in high‑volume bar or restaurant
• General knowledge of cocktail crafting and mixology fundamentals
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to use technology, e.g., tablets, iPads, computers, and POS
• Experience working on a team
• Ability to work quickly in a clean, organized, and effective manner
• A sense of ownership in everything that you do

Responsibilities

• Serve guests efficiently while following steps of service, preparing cocktails, pouring beer and wine, and making beverage recommendations
• Food running to serve bar and bar‑area guests
• Prep and stock bar for the appropriate service period to ensure successful bar service
• Clean glasses, tools, utensils, and bar equipment
• Maintain knowledge of current menu offerings, including ingredients, preparations, and accompaniments
• Curate guests’ bar experience by making recommendations based on guest preferences and needs
• Maintain knowledge of beverages including beer, wine, and liquor
• Collect and process payment for food and beverages served, following proper cash‑handling procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar area and coolers
• Other necessary duties as reasonably assigned

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend
• Ability to lift, pull 50 lb
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work long hours as needed

Mental Demands

• Make sound judgments quickly
• Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines
• Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others
• Manage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the community
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in stressful, high‑pressure situations
• Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary