Restaurant Bartender

Columbia Country Club

Bartender

Position Title: Bartender Department: Food & Beverage

Reports To: Restaurant Manager

Columbia Country Club:

Columbia Country Club was founded in 1898, it is a private member owned club which is situated in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The Club's 1,600 family members enjoy golf, indoor and outdoor tennis, fitness and aquatic facilities, bowling, and paddle tennis courts.

Position Summary:

The Bartender reports to and is under the direction of the Restaurant Manager. The person in this position will be held responsible for proper set-up, service of beverages and closing work. They will keep the bar area clean and organized throughout the shift. In addition they must follow all laws and club policies. They must treat each member and guest with a warm Columbia welcome and great respect.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Mixes, prepares and serves drinks to members and their guests
• Carefully follows all laws and club policies and procedures regarding alcoholic beverage service and informs a manager if continuing service to a member or guest is in question.
• Continually practices beverage and revenue control procedures including pouring the correct amount of alcohol in the correct glass.
• Follows set-up procedures including but not limited to inspecting the bar prior to opening to ensure that adequate supplies are available.
• Maintains bar area and equipment

• Prepares garnishes, mixes and pre-mixed drinks.
• Requests additional supplies from a supervisor or manager daily and stocks the bar.
• Keeps records of liquor, beers, and wine to ensure bar stock is at the appropriate level.
• Maintain a clean and professional work environment ensuring all equipment and necessary supplies are functioning properly.
• Conducts inventory monthly.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Furthermore, he / she should possess the following personal and professional characteristics:

• Must be 18 years of age
• General knowledge of alcoholic beverages to be served
• TIPS certified
• Able to multi-task and comprehend multiple orders at any given time
• Must have good communication skills including understanding and speaking English
• Held responsible for working all major club events to include Mother's Day, Easter, Club Fireworks Event, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Able to meet the physical demands and responsibilities of the position. He / she will, while regularly performing the essential functions of the job, be standing, sitting and lifting / moving items or objects over 25 pounds and sometimes lift / move items up to 50 pounds.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

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