The bartender's primary responsibility is providing an elevated guest experience by accurately describing all menu items, including preparation methods and potential allergens, taking orders, delivering orders, mixing/preparing drinks, and collecting payment. The bartender is an integral part of the success of the BackLot by contributing to sales, completing daily jobs, and providing overall guest satisfaction.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Greet guests and make them feel comfortable by establishing a personal connection.

• Communicate promptly, courteously, and effectively with all guests, management, and fellow team members.
• Be knowledgeable about the BackLot brand and items sold with the ability to answer questions, make recommendations, and upsell.
• Check guest identification to verify age requirements.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders from guests, including item modifications, and serve wine, beer, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and standards put forth.
• Assist in the correction of any alcohol service concerns.
• Maintain an accurate cash drawer and follow all money handling requirements/guidelines.

• Monitor guests for signs of intoxication and report to management.

• Maintain a clean, professional working environment while setting a positive and professional example.
• Understand and follow proper rules of hygiene and food safety.
• Follow all applicable liquor laws, company policies, and safety procedures to Harkins’ standards, and ensure all bar staff do the same.
• Perform bar setup, garnish preparation, stocking, glass washing/sanitizing, cleanup and closing duties.
• Ensure bar and table areas are clean, safe, maintained and organized in accordance with company guidelines.

• Set ambitious standards for self while maintaining company standards, policies, and procedures to always ensure delivery of the ultimate entertainment experience.

• Able to prioritize and work on multiple projects and tasks with frequent interruptions while maintaining flexibility and composure.

What We Are Looking For:

• Required to be at least 19 years of age.
• Required to obtain and maintain a current food handler’s card and/or food safety certification, and complete Responsible Service Training, (AZ Title 4 Liquor – Basic).
• 1+ year experience bartending preferred.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace and possess basic math skills, be fiscally responsible, and operate a point-of-sale system.

• Able to work in a fast-paced, loud environment, with multiple flashing lights, while in a standing position for extended periods of time.

• Capable of remaining calm and using good judgment in all situations.
• A professional image with an increased attention to detail, well organized and a desire to serve guests and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Organized with strong attention to detail and ability to exercise judgment and discretion in maintaining confidential and sensitive information.

What We’ll Be Responsible For:

We provide training that will teach you the responsibilities of the job. As long as you are professional, friendly, reliable, thrive in a fast moving environment and have the desire to provide amazing guest service, we can prepare you for the rest.

We offer:

• FREE MOVIES
• This is a position eligible for TIPS
• A fun work environment
• Flexible hours
• Incentive programs
• Advancement opportunities
• 401K
• Employee Discounts
• Other Great Benefits

Harkins Theatres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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