Union Venture Group Bartender/Barback/Server: Job Overview, Location, and Employment Details

The job title is Bartender, and this role involves serving drinks and providing customer service in a bar setting. The position also includes responsibilities for barback and server duties, which support the overall functioning of the bar.

This position is located in Austin, Texas, at a bar operated by Union Venture Group. The location is specified as part of the job posting.

The main responsibilities include greeting customers, learning their preferences, answering questions, recommending menu items, and preparing and serving beverages in a timely and polite manner. Additionally, the bartender is responsible for opening and closing duties, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring the bar is properly stocked and set up.

Candidates should have excellent communication skills, a friendly and engaging personality, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. They should also be observant, knowledgeable about cocktails, and capable of conflict resolution.

The job prefers candidates to have ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification and TABC Certification, or be willing to obtain these certifications. These certifications ensure compliance with food safety and alcohol service regulations.

Applicants with 2 to 5 years of experience in bartending or food service are preferred, although this experience is not strictly required for the position.

The bartender is responsible for maintaining cleanliness of the work areas throughout the day by practicing clean-as-you-go procedures. They also help with opening and closing duties, which include setting up the bar with liquor bottles, back stock, and necessary supplies like pens, check presenters, straws, and napkins.

The bartender checks IDs when the door team is not present to ensure that only authorized individuals are served alcohol, which helps maintain legal compliance and customer safety.

A successful candidate should have a neat appearance, an engaging personality, and be efficient, observant, and personable. They should also work well with others and have strong interpersonal skills.