Lead Bartender

• Responsible on a scheduled basis overseeing the opening and closing of the restaurant
• Lead shift briefings and delegate tasks to associates including section assignments, bill discrepancies and cash remittances
• Prepare drink orders for guests per specified recipes using measuring systems
• Collaborate with the Food and Beverage leadership team to develop and carry out ideas and procedures to continuously improve department performance
• Work with the leadership team to ensure that associates are trained and clearly understand their job roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations
• Address guest concerns, requests or issues
• Issue, open and serve wine/champagne bottles
• Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tables and other tools
• Prepare fresh garnishes for drinks
• Stock ice, glassware and paper supplies and wash soiled glassware and utensils
• Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables and place in designated area
• Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs
• Process all payment methods
• Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets and storage areas
• Take guest food orders as needed and accurately serve guests seated at the bar
• Stock the bar by bringing liquor bottles, mixed drink ingredients and other bar supplies from the storeroom to the bar
• Remove empty bottles and trash and replace empty beer kegs
• Check identification of customers to make sure they meet age requirements
• Monitor, maintain and order liquor and bar supplies
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays
• Welcome and acknowledge every guest with a smile, eye contact and a friendly verbal greeting using the guests’ names when possible
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

• Smart Serve certification
• At least three year of related work experience
• An interest in wine and cocktail service
• Knowledge of basic sanitation controls and purpose and use of cleaning supplies
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Must be computer literate. Preferred candidate will have previous experience with food and beverage management software, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

• Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit or walk for an extended period or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pulling
• Move over sloping, uneven or slippery surfaces

Friday Harbour Resort