Bartender in Armada, Michigan at Blakes Payroll Group LLC

Job Summary

The Bartender will be passionate about creating memorable guest experiences through high-quality service and expertly crafted beverages. You’ll be responsible for pouring drinks, serving guests, and maintaining a clean, organized bar area.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Greet guests warmly and engage in friendly conversation.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and customer preferences.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of drink menus, ingredients, and bar specials.
• Check customer identification to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
• Monitor guest behavior and manage alcohol consumption responsibly.
• Operate POS systems, take orders, and process payments accurately.
• Keep the bar area clean, stocked, and organized throughout the shift.
• Restock bar inventory and supplies as needed.
• Check taps and appliances to confirm that they are working properly, making minor repairs or changing out kegs, if needed.
• Keeping the bar clean by wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping, removing soiled glassware, scrubbing coolers and storage areas, and emptying trash receptacles.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and responsible beverage service guidelines.
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service.

Education, Skills & Knowledge

• Previous bartending experience preferred
• Knowledge of drink mixing, garnishing, and bar equipment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
• Must meet legal age requirements for serving alcohol.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe) is a plus

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs.
• Fast-paced bar or restaurant setting.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.

Additional Duties:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisors.

The Blake’s family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.