Casual Dining Bartender

You know the legend you’re living up to. This place was born to be the best bar in town. That all depends on you. Technically, A TGI Fridays Bartender mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests of the bar and service bar, following standard recipes and the company’s policies; merchandises drinks; and is attentive to guests, making them feel welcome, at all times. Not so technically, you’re the epicenter of every celebration. 

Must be 21 years old.

Wage Minimum ($3.63 per hour cash wage, plus $11.37 tip credit) +Tips

Wage Max ($35 estimated per hour including tips)

BENEFITS - 

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package after one year of service to employees that meet our benefit eligibility requirements (if any benefits listed are required by State or Local Laws eligibility requirement not applicable)

The total rewards package includes, but is not limited to, the following:

•           Competitive wages

•           DailyPay Option 

•           Paid Vacation

•           Medical, dental, and vision plans

•           Flexible Savings Account

•           Short-term disability

•           Life, AD&D, and accident insurance

•           Legal Solution Plan

•           Employee assistance program

•           Opportunity for advancement

•           Paid Sick Leave 

•           Retirement Plans

Specific responsibilities of the Bartender include:

-Maintains a warm, welcoming, “Corner Bar” atmosphere

-Smile. It’s easy. People love it when you do

-IDs all guests ordering alcoholic beverages who appear to be 40 years old or younger

-Properly and promptly prepare, garnish, and serve drinks to guests

-Engages with guests by making drinks in front of the guest using working flair

-Knows the menu and how to read each guest to make appropriate beverage and food recommendations

-Upsells guests on food or drink items when appropriate

-Keeps a clean, organized bar area

-Accurately rings up all orders in the POS system while maintaining ability to socialize with guests

-Follows all relevant brand standards for service

-You get to throw parties all the time. Build guest count by promoting specials and building a regular clientele

-Strictly adheres to responsible alcohol service standards and is able to successfully “slow down a guest” or cut off an intoxicated guest when necessary

Requirements

A TGI Fridays Bartender must be able to mix drinks quickly and accurately in a fast-paced, high volume environment, while maintaining a celebratory atmosphere and making guests feel valued. 

Additional specific requirements for the Bartender include:

-Must be dressed neatly and well-groomed in company approved dress code at all times

-Must follow standards of Responsible Service of Alcohol

-Must meet local jurisdiction requirements, including but not limited to obtaining required certifications

-Must be able to operate P.O.S. system, make change correctly and make credit card transactions

-Must be able to calmly respond to angry guests and notify a Manager

-Must be able to pass initial and annual validation

-Must be able to respond clearly to guests’ requests

-Must be able to hear well amongst loud background noise

-Must be able to frequently lift 30 lb. cases and carry short distances, up or down stairs

-Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, shake, stir and wipe. And maybe dance a little.

-Must be able to frequently immerse hands in hot water (every 5 minutes)

Minimum Age 21

Ability to Lift 30 lbs

Ability to Stand 6-8 Hours