Bartender in Apple River, Illinois at Apple Canyon Lake POA

Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association

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Bartender

REPORTS TO: Food & Beverage Manager, Bar Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: The mission of the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association is to bring a superior level of service to the local community, ensuring that members and guests have a exceptional lake living experience that will not only encourage return visits, but generate excitement and, ultimately, increase pride in property ownership and property values. The Food & Beverage Team is the front line to deliver this experience, whether its through the Pro Shop, the Marina, or the Cove Dining.

The Pro Shop Bartenders primary responsibility is to ensure that all team members execute the standards of service during their respective shifts as well as function as the primary bartender/front of house. The key to success in this role is to be customer focused, team oriented, and efficient in delivery of service.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Understand and communicate menu content, any menu changes and promotional activities

· Built rapport with all customers to ensure that their needs are exceeded

· Be responsible for the food and beverage operations of the bar, while leading a team to create an unforgettable guest experience

· Have a passion for creating finely crafted cocktails and keeping up to date with the latest mixology trends

· Inspire and train the bar team using your solid understanding of beverage knowledge

· Work with Food & Beverage Manager to ensure proper inventory levels of all front of house/bar items

· Be able to think outside the box with new cocktails and ideas to enhance our Liquid Physics menu

· Driven to reach daily and monthly targets, while thinking of new ways to generate business

· Assist in all aspects of training and retraining when necessary

· Ensure team members consistently maintain standards and a high level of customer service

· Efficiently lead the team to maintain high standards of service while managing a fast pace bar environment

· Assist Food & Beverage Manager with scheduling needs and requests

Qualifications:

· Occasionally reaches, lifts, stacks and maneuvers objects of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 55 lbs

· To follow all health & safety

· Bartending experience

· At least 3 months of previous supervisory or lead experience

· Ability to multi-task and utilize efficient time management a must

· Ability to handle a fast-paced environment

· Ability to communicate with clear and concise points

Education:

· High school or GED

Working Conditions:

· The majority of the work will be performed, standing, or walking. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks, such as dangerous equipment or chemicals.

General Notice:

· This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It does state or imply that these are duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disability.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Association and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needs of the Association and requirements of the position change.