Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job purpose

This position is dedicated to ensuring the bar is fully prepared for service, including preparing ingredients, maintaining stock levels, and upkeep of the bar area. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and passionate about contributing to a seamless, high-quality guest experience.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  Include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Morning Opening Procedures: Arrive promptly to begin the morning setup, including turning on equipment, ensuring the bar area is clean and organized, and preparing bartender workstations.
• Ingredient Preparation: Thoroughly wash, cut, and prepare fresh fruits, herbs, and other garnishes. Ensure all mixers, syrups, and juices are prepared fresh daily and readily available.
• Stock and Setup: Replenish all bar supplies, including liquors, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring everything is ready for the day's service. Organize backstock and ensure easy access to frequently used items.
• Equipment and Area Readiness: Verify that all bar tools and equipment are clean and in perfect working condition. Set out clean glassware and utensils in an organized manner for efficient use.
• Sanitation and Safety Compliance: Implement and maintain cleanliness standards in all bar areas, adhering to health regulations. Perform any required safety checks on equipment and the environment.
• Inventory Management: Conduct a morning inventory check, noting any shortages or overstock, and communicate needs to the Bar Manager or procurement team.
• Assistance in Recipe Prep: Help prepare signature mixtures, infusions, and special drink ingredients specific to the day's menu.
• Kitchen Support in Downtimes: During periods of low bar activity, assist with kitchen prep tasks, helping to prepare ingredients or completing simple food preparation tasks as needed.
• Light Dishwasher Duties: Manage the washing and organization of glassware and other bar utensils to maintain a constant supply of clean items for service.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Experience: Previous experience in a bar or restaurant setting is preferred, but comprehensive training will be provided for the right candidate.

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize morning tasks effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the bar setup is perfect.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in the mornings.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety compliance.

Working conditions

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat from the stoves and burners.
2. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
3. Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift.
4. Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
5. Must have the ability to lift, stoop, and bend. 

Physical requirements

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee must frequently stand, bend, walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel, talk, hear, see, and reach with hands and arms. The employee also occasionally requires lifting office products and supplies up to 50 pounds.

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