Job Description
Position Summary
Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery is looking to add a talented and knowledgeable bartender to the team. The ideal candidate is professional, charismatic, a great communicator, and experienced in classic and craft cocktails. Bartenders will greet guests, educate on NGBD’s product, interact and make suggestions regarding guests’ preferences, and prepare and serve beverages and food. Our bartenders are responsible for serving bar patrons as well as preparing drink orders for the dining room and at times serving tables within the bar area. A successful Bartender at NGBD is a punctual self-starter, has a neat appearance, is engaging and friendly, has an observant, team oriented, efficient work ethic. There will also be opportunities to bartend various events Nelson’s with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer incentives based on meeting and exceeding objectives and a comprehensive total rewards program for our employees.
Responsibilities
Interact with customers, take food and drink orders
Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
Comply with all food and beverage regulations for the State of TN
Prepare beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) for bar and restaurant patrons
Check guests’ identification and confirm it meets TN’s drinking requirements
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies before and after each shift
Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails to NGBD’s specifications
Memorize cocktail builds for efficient and timely service
Maintains an uncompromised professionalism and composure at all times and all situations.
Shares a passion for NGBD products and culture and provides extraordinary guest experiences with effortless suggestions and honest salesmanship.
Educates guests on whiskey through detailed knowledge of Nelson’s products and distillation process as well as extensive understanding of cocktails.
Educates guests in an honest way about the history of NGBD, our whiskey, our love for music and our food.
Ensures guest expectations are being met by executing proper sequence of service, moving with purpose, confidence, and speed at all times.
Completes set-up, side work, and closing tasks as assigned and/or directed in a timely manner.
Works closely with Lead Supervisor to ensure all tasks are being completed thoroughly, correctly, and efficiently during the shift.
Values the importance of internal hospitality and the necessary team environment this promotes.
Minimum Qualifications
2+ years mixing for a hand-crafted cocktail program
One to two years of experience in cocktail creation
Food and Alcohol certifications required within 90 days of employment
Detail oriented, creative and quality focused
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; yet able to work productively as part of a team
Able to recite, prepare and differentiate between the basic classic cocktails
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in high stress environment.
Commitment to deliver an outstanding customer service experience
Preferred Qualifications
General knowledge and enthusiasm for craft distilling and spirits
Experience in restaurants, and a desire for upward mobility and cross training
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Works outdoors/indoors
Works in warm/cold climates
Works in high places
Works on wet surfaces
Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals
Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic
Must be able to move up to 55 lbs
Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Additional Locations
Job Type
Part time
Job Area
Hospitality & Retail
Equal Opportunity
Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).