Job Description: Bartender

Setting Up The Bar

• Get ice for all the wells. This is the first thing that should be done. Without ice, mixed drinks can't be made.
• Prepare fruit trays. Garnishes are important for the drinks. Make sure there are some backups.
• Restock the bar with beer, liquor, wine, glassware, juices, etc. Make sure that everything is at the bar and that there are enough backups for the shift. Note: Always rotate the products.
• Check the draught beers to make sure they're working and that they're not empty. If they're empty, change the kegs. Note: Do not lift a keg by yourself. Always get somebody to help you and always lift with your legs and not with your back.
• Get a cash drawer and money to make change.
• Get trash cans and towels.
• Make sure that the bar is clean before opening it.
• Put liquor orders away.
• Organize beer cooler.
• Set up bartop for business.
• Note items missed from close and correct those items.

Work Flow

• Say hello to customers when they approach the bar and place a beverage napkin on the counter. Always acknowledge customers regardless of how busy you are. If you are busy, say something like, "I'll be with you in just a second."
• Take customers' drink orders.
• Input drink orders in the system.
• Make drinks for customers
• Charge the amount due.
• Give their change. Note: Make sure that you give them some small bills, so they could leave you a tip.
• Make drinks for cocktail waitresses.
• Collect empty glasses from the bar.
• Wipe the bar top constantly.
• Wash glassware.
• Restock anything that you need.
• Constantly clean bar top and areas in guest view.
• Create a fun party like atmosphere.

Closing Duties

• Wash all the glassware.
• Clean all the bottles.
• Melt the ice in your well.
• Clean your well.
• Restock beer, liquor, etc.
• Clean the bar.
• Clean and organize beer cooler.
• Do your check out.
• Place dirty towels in their appropriate location.
• Get rid of the trash and boxes.
• Always "Close to Open." This means to leave everything ready for the next day