Bartender - Morton Amphitheater

About the role

The Morton Amphitheater is hiring a Concessions Bartender. Bartenders provide positive guest interactions while accurately mixing and serving beverages to guests and servers in a friendly and efficient manner. The employer is Legends, a hospitality agency that works with professional sports, collegiate, attractions, entertainment, international and convention clients.

Key responsibilities

• Greet guests, take beverage orders from restaurant servers or directly from guests, and serve drinks in line with company standards
• Mix cocktails and other bar beverages using high-quality spirits, liqueurs, fruits, fresh herbs and spices
• Serve wine using proper wine service techniques, suggest wines and check guest identification for age requirements
• Work with the culinary team to create mixers and garnishes, and serve food items to guests seated at the bar
• Handle an assigned bank, collect payments, balance receipts and follow cash-handling procedures
• Keep the bar stocked, prepare inventory or purchase requisitions, and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Organize catering storage areas, attend mandatory meetings and complete other duties assigned by the supervisor

Required profile

• At least two years of experience as a bartender
• Ability to work long hours and flexible shifts, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs continuously and to work independently or in a team
• Excellent knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette
• Personable, friendly and welcoming; must be able to read, speak and write English

Required skills

• Extensive knowledge of drink recipes and of wines
• Ability to create and serve drinks in a timely manner
• Ability to remember, recite and promote menu items