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Ideal is looking for enthusiastic team members who work comfortably in fast-paced environments and have a passion for customer service.

Bartenders prepare a variety of beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) for guests. Successful Talent multitask while preparing beverages and create a friendly customer atmosphere.

Works in both high-volume and refined settings, offering classic cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits. Possesses a strong knowledge of drink recipes and techniques, delivering quality service while interacting with guests in a polished manner. Able to handle a busy bar environment or more intimate settings, depending on the venue.

Responsibilities

* Beverage Preparation: Prepare and serve a wide variety of classic cocktails (e.g., margaritas, martinis, old-fashioned, mules) and provide high-quality drink service.
* Guest Interaction: Provide exceptional guest service, take orders, and recommend drinks tailored to guests' preferences.
* Age Verification: Verify guest identification to ensure compliance with legal drinking age requirements.
* Customer Experience: Maintain an engaging and friendly atmosphere while ensuring guests' needs are met.
* Inventory Management: Keep bar inventory stocked, restock when necessary, and manage alcohol levels to prevent shortages during service.
* Speed and Efficiency: Efficiently serve drinks during peak hours while maintaining high standards of quality.
* Handling Difficult Guests: Recognize and manage intoxicated or disruptive guests according to company protocols.
* POS System: Accurately enter orders and process payments through the POS system.
* Compliance: Adhere to food safety, alcohol laws, and any other industry-specific regulations.
* Operations: in various settings, you will be required to set up and break down event spaces

Requirements

Bar kit
Previous work experience as a bartender
Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks
Basic math skills and computer skills. Previous POS system experience preferred
Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
A relevant training certificate may be required
Understand and comply with food and beverage regulations
Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including walking, standing, or lifting heavy items for extended periods

Location

Connecticut

CT - Southwest

Accreditations

ServSafe Food Handlers
COVID-19 Documents
TEAM
Barclays Certified
ServSafe Alcohol
HR | Harassment Prevention

Why Ideal?

We are urgently hiring workers to fill open shifts and positions near you!

Why work with Ideal?

Employees have access to a suite of complementary and low-cost benefits, including healthcare, finance, wellness, and lifestyle perks, to help our Flex employees achieve their full potential
Be in control of when and where you work by setting weekly availability that fits your busy schedule
As a W2 employee, you'll enjoy the benefits often missing from 1099 work including but not limited to workers compensation & overtime pay
On-demand* pay for every qualified shift you crush
Explore different employers, skills, and career paths
We will onboard you for multiple roles if you have the skills. You will be able to change your daily work atmosphere
Temp-to-Perm: Demonstrating your skills, reliability, and passion could see you offered a full-time position with benefits
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Apply today and start work as quickly as tomorrow.

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*On-demand pay is conditional on the achievement of performance criteria, a current/active and supported debit card, a supported tax profile, and approval of hours worked. Certain gigs may require additional time to verify worker hours and in such cases, payment may take longer to process. USA only.