Craft Bartender Location Altoona, WI : Helix is currently seeking a Craft Bartender experienced in craft cocktails, wine, and beer. We are searching for a friendly, energetic, highly motivated individual who will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented bar & restaurant environment.
Bartenders are responsible for helping to create an exceptional experience for all guests, and exceeding expectations with efficient and friendly guest service. Being an energetic team player with a lot of enthusiasm and a passion for making people happy are keys to success in this position.
Job Responsibilities Prepare and serve beverages to guests according to exacting recipes Prep a variety of house made ingredients such as juices and syrups Keep track of daily and weekly bar prep list to ensure that everything is stocked up as needed Stock/restock applicable areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice, and supplies Availability to work a variety of days of the week and hours of the day, including weekends Capable of serving a full bar top as well as providing drinks to servers for the main dining area, and patio seating Able to safely tolerate hands frequently being exposed to liquids, including water, cleaning solutions, various alcohols, and juices. Safely and effectively operate all tools necessary to prepare and garnish drinks, including a blender, knives, citrus peeler, and corkscrew. Safely and properly change beer kegs Safely and effectively operate high-temperature dishwasher Maintain the security of bar stock and inventory by accounting for all items in the bar Responsible for keeping the bar cash drawer safe, and reconciling of the cash drawer at end of the shift Ability to recognize when a guest is intoxicated, and refuse to over-serve intoxicated guests, using a tactful and empathetic communication style, and notify management of any concerns regarding a guest who appears to be intoxicated Accurately record all items ordered by guests, process payments, and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with Helix policies and procedures Proficiency in the use of our POS System, and Credit Card terminals Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines to keep Helix a healthy space Have successfully fulfilled the state requirement to be a certified bartender in Wisconsin, including training on responsible alcohol service Follow all company rules, policies, and conditions of employment, as outlined in the Helix Employee Handbook Work well with others in order to help Team Helix thrive Qualifications and Skills Craft Bartending experience is a plus, but we will provide training High school diploma or GED Excellent interpersonal skills Great communication skills A positive and friendly attitude towards guests and co-workers Ability to communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements, whether by written instructions or spoken directions. Ability to calmly and effectively multitask in a fast-based, busy environment Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds frequently, move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and /or lift up to 60 pounds (with reasonable accommodations, such as a hand truck). You should also be able to climb up and down a ladder Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the establishment, which may include stairs and slick surfaces Available to work a variety of hours, days, and shifts, including weekends Compensation Wage is dependent on prior experience level, but starting wage is $8 per hour plus tips. If you have extensive knowledge of/experience in mixology, or the wine and/or beer industries, you will be compensated accordingly. Enjoy 50% off all food items while on-shift, and 10% off all retail items, as well as 10% your entire tab when dining and/or drinking as a guest while off-shift.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $8.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 - 36 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Restaurant type:
Bar Café Upscale casual restaurant Shift:
Day shift Evening shift Weekly day range:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed License/Certification:
Bartender License (Preferred) Work Location: In person
