PT Bartender, SLS South Beach

Job description

Company Description

From our dazzling location in the heart of Miami, SLS offers both our staff and our guests a hip, cutting-edge experience in the world of hotels as theater. We have an exciting job opportunity to join our F&B Team as a Bartender located at SLS South Beach in Miami.

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Job Description

Job Purpose:

The Bartender is responsible for the complete set up of the bar area and the mixing of drinks for all guests and servers. Need to maintain the service and cleanliness of the bar area, ensuring quality service, guest satisfaction and control over liquor inventory.

Duties & Functions:             

·  Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems.
·  Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles.
·  Attend to tables in the dining area.
·  Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tables, and other tools.
·  Prepare fresh garnishes for drinks.
·  Stock ice, glassware, and paper supplies.
·  Restock bar with liquor and supplies.
·  Transport supplies to bar set-up area.
·  Wash soiled glassware.
·  Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables and place in designated area. Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs.
·  Process all payment methods.
·  Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve any discrepancies, drop off receipts, and secure bank.
·  Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.
·  Complete closing duties.
·  Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
·  Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
·  Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
·  Speak with others using clear and professional language.
·  Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
·  Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
·  Any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager
·  We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.  We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional service

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

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·  Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to the venue teams.
·  Communicate with employees using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.
·  Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency situations and/or heavy restaurant activity, serving as a role model for team and other employees. Interact with other department personnel and venue staff as needed.
·  Make decisions and take actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations.

To be aware of and ensure constant compliance with all necessary operational policies including:

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·  Health and Safety
·  Food Hygiene
·  Maintenance
·  Emergency Procedures
·  Liquor Licensing

Supportive Functions:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

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·  Attend mandatory meetings including divisional meetings, staff meetings, etc.
·  Participate in community events and ensure corporate social responsibility goals of the company are met.
·  Utilize traditional software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), Micros, ADP, Open Table and any departmental specific systems used.
·  Keep work area clean and organized.
·  Ensure confidential documents are kept in a secured area.
·  When disposing confidential documents that contain any personally identifiable information, they must be shredded or pulverized.
·  Complete other duties as assigned by the Department Head.
·  Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics, which inspire Team Members to meet and exceed standards.
·  Ensure compliance with the company’s policies and procedures.

OTHER DUTIES

·  Assimilate into the company’s culture through understanding, supporting and participating in all the company’s elements. Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.
·  Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by the company from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
·  Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when performing work duties that may have the potential of risk to your health or safety. The restaurant will provide the required PPE. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of any assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.

Requires ability to lift large and heavy packages and boxes and to the ability to load and unload small and large boxes as needed. Must have ability to safely lift minimum of 50 lbs. without assistance and to push and pull up to 150 lbs. with appropriate equipment.

GROOMING/UNIFORMS

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you as a part of the orientation process.

OTHER

Additional language ability preferred.

Qualifications

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

·  High school diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
·  ServSafe/TIPS Certificate
·  Previous 1-3 years bartending experience required in a hotel or lounge setting.
·  Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
·  Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
·  Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
·  Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.