Bartender

• Complete opening side work checklist for shift daily
• Set up the bar; fill wells with ice, prepare fruit trays, restock the bar with beer, liquor, wine, glassware, juices; stock trash etc.
• Count the cash register at the start and close of each shift
• Greet customers immediately with a smile and present beverage menus
• Make recommendations and answer all menu inquiries
• Maintain expert knowledge of all menu offerings
• Take orders from guests, ensuring 100% accuracy when entering orders into POS
• Handle allergies with the utmost care, consulting with the kitchen and ringing orders with the proper modifiers
• Deal with guest complaints by finding a way to say yes; involve the manager on duty as needed
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes
• Peel, slice and pit fruit for garnishing beverages, following Kissaki’s standards
• Follow responsible alcohol service guidelines, as outlined by Employee Handbook
• Check identification of all customers who appear under 30 to verify they are of legal drinking age prior to serving them
• Process transactions using the POS system; prepare checks for guests and process payments
• Process financials on shift-by-shift basis, including submitting accurate cash sales
• Accurately report cash and credit card tips and contribute to tip pool as applicable
• Maintain loss prevention standards as outlined in Employee Handbook, including cash handling procedures and tip handling 
• Maintain the organization, cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of bar counter and displays
• Maintain sanitation to DOH standards; Keep work area clean and organized 
• Inform manager on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations 
• Inform management of any product or supply needs
• Complete closing side work checklist for shift daily, including cleaning the bar and securing all alcoholic product
• Perform weekly beverage and beverage supply inventories.
• Update knowledge and skills continually by participating in staff training opportunities
• Be a team player—support and assist your fellow team members whenever possible
• Complete other duties as assigned by management 

Essential Functions:

• The ability to proficiently speak, understand, read and write in English
• The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal direction
• The ability to understand basic math
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team
• The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
• The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day
• The ability to adapt to a fast-paced and challenging work environment
• The ability to approach their work with a sense of ownership and work with a sense of urgency
• The ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and a variable schedule, per the needs of the business
• The ability to perform essential job functions under pressure and maintain professionalism when under stress
• The ability to consistently meet Kissaki’s hygiene and grooming standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook
• The ability to adhere to posted schedule and clock in/out at times
• The ability to adhere to all HR policies and guidelines
• The ability to adhere to all Kissaki and/or state and local COVID related health and safety guidelines