Bartender

POSITION SUMMARY

A Fare Extraordinaire is seeking experienced, professional, and guest-focused Bartenders to provide exceptional beverage service for weddings, corporate functions, private parties, upscale catered events, and other special events.

ALL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE A CURRENT TABC CERTIFICATION AND FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE (FHC) TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

The ideal candidate will have previous bartending experience in a catering, banquet, hotel, restaurant, bar, or special-event environment and possess strong knowledge of beverage preparation, responsible alcohol service, guest service, and professional presentation.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

The following certifications are REQUIRED:

• Current TABC Certification – REQUIRED
• Current Food Handler Certificate (FHC) – REQUIRED

Candidates must be able to provide proof of both certifications prior to being scheduled for an assignment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Set up and break down bars for catered events and special functions.
• Prepare and serve beer, wine, cocktails, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Follow established recipes, portion standards, and event-specific beverage menus.
• Provide professional, friendly, and efficient service to guests.
• Verify identification and ensure guests meet legal drinking-age requirements.
• Follow all TABC regulations and responsible alcohol-service requirements.
• Monitor guests for signs of intoxication and follow proper procedures regarding alcohol service.
• Maintain control and organization of the bar throughout the event.
• Maintain appropriate levels of ice, mixers, garnishes, glassware, beverages, and other bar supplies.
• Prepare garnishes and other beverage-service items as needed.
• Keep the bar and surrounding areas clean, sanitary, organized, and presentable.
• Properly handle glassware, bar equipment, and beverage products.
• Assist with inventory and restocking throughout the event.
• Communicate professionally with banquet captains, event managers, servers, culinary staff, and other team members.
• Follow event timelines and instructions provided by management.
• Assist with cleanup, breakdown, and proper storage of bar equipment and supplies after events.
• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, alcohol-service, and workplace-safety procedures.
• Perform additional event duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous bartending experience required; catering, banquet, hotel, fine-dining, or special-event experience strongly preferred.
• Must have a current TABC Certification.
• Must have a current Food Handler Certificate (FHC).
• Knowledge of common cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, mixers, and garnishes.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol-service practices.
• Ability to properly check identification and recognize when alcohol service should be discontinued.
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, upscale event environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to follow instructions and event-specific service requirements.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift and carry beverage cases, ice, bar supplies, and equipment.
• Bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive bartending duties.
• Safely handle bottles, glassware, ice, and bar equipment.
• Work efficiently in crowded and fast-paced event environments.
• Assist with bar setup and breakdown before and after events.