Harvest Bartender - Edwards
The Sonnenalp
- Vail, CO
- $13.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assumes 100% responsibility for quality guests' experience
- Take orders from guests and beverage orders from servers.
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant's standard drink recipes.
- Learns the names and personally recognize our regulars.
- Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
- Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
- Wash and sterilize glassware.
- Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks for bar patrons.
- Maintains bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
- Present menus, make specific recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages or food items
- Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
- Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
- Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to bar supervisor.
- Assist in the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
- Thank guests for their visit and invite them to return.
- Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
- Notify manager-on-duty any time a guest is not 100% satisfied with their experience
- Prepare drinks for the entire restaurant
- Greet and seat customers
- Ensure sanitation standards are met
- Keep inventory of all liquor, wine and bar items
- Act as a responsible, personable representative of the Sonnenalp team
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum two years of bartending experience required
- Friendly, warm and enthusiastic personality
- Luxury hotel experience preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age or older
- TIPS certified preferred
- Drink knowledge required
- Positive team attitude required
- Personable disposition which is maintained in pressure situations required
- Strong organizational skills required
- Knowledge of POS system preferred
- Able to work a variety of shifts, often late into the evening.
- Be willing to follow direction and ask questions for clarification if needed.
- Be able to work in a fast paced restaurant environment
- Must maintain a clean and neat appearance
- Position primarily performed indoors assisting a variety of guests
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs
- Standing for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours at a time
- Bending and stooping
- Pouring and reaching
- Resort Discounts
- Holiday Pay and Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Financed Ski Pass
- Parking Credit or Discounted Bus Passes