Bartender

POSITION TITLE: Bartender
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
POSITION REPORTS TO: General Manager
DEPARTMENT: Dining

Bartender Dining | DFW Airport

Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport
Flexible Schedules

Great Benefits Medical | Dental | 401K and more

Why This Role Matters

The Bartender role is responsible for creating exceptional guest experiences through friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable beverage service in a fast-paced airport dining environment. This position supports the daily execution of the companys Mission Statement by providing First Class Service to both internal and external guests. Responsibilities include preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, taking food and beverage orders, maintaining strong menu and product knowledge, processing payments, maintaining a clean and organized bar, and ensuring responsible alcohol service. Bartenders are expected to create a welcoming atmosphere while maintaining professionalism, urgency, accuracy, and operational standards throughout every shift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Provide First Class Service standards and professional behavior with every guest, business partner, and team member.

- Treat guests and peers in accordance with company core values and operational expectations.

- Greet guests promptly and create a welcoming and engaging bar experience.

- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages accurately, consistently, and according to established recipes and standards.

- Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter orders into the POS system efficiently.

- Maintain strong knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, cocktails, menu items, promotions, specials, and restaurant offerings.

- Provide recommendations and answer guest questions regarding beverages, menu items, and available selections.

- Monitor guests throughout their experience and anticipate additional needs while maintaining attentive and professional service.

- Verify guest identification and follow all responsible alcohol service requirements.

- Monitor alcohol consumption and follow established procedures regarding responsible service and refusal of service when appropriate.

- Process guest payments accurately while following all Cash Handling and Loss Prevention procedures.

- Maintain proper cash drawer accountability and immediately report discrepancies according to company procedures.

- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of the bar, beverage stations, glassware, equipment, and surrounding areas.

- Complete assigned opening, closing, and side work duties, including stocking liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and other bar supplies.

- Follow established recipes, portion controls, and beverage preparation standards to support consistency and cost control.

- Maintain proper handling, storage, and rotation of beverage products and supplies.

- Support team operations by assisting with food running, guest service, cleaning, stocking, and other restaurant responsibilities as needed.

- Respond professionally to guest questions or concerns and escalate issues to leadership when necessary.

- Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and responsible alcohol service standards.

- Maintain current alcohol certification and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations regarding alcoholic beverage service.

- Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, servers, leadership, and fellow team members to maintain efficient restaurant operations.

- Perform additional duties assigned by leadership to support restaurant operations and guest satisfaction.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School Diploma or GED preferred.

- Previous bartending, restaurant, or hospitality experience preferred.

- Knowledge of common cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and standard beverage preparation preferred.

- Experience handling cash and operating a point-of-sale (POS) system preferred.

- Ability to obtain and maintain required alcohol service certification.

- Ability to work various shifts in a fast-paced, team-oriented, 7-day operational environment.

- Strong guest service and communication skills required.

- Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work efficiently under pressure.

- Ability to accurately prepare multiple beverage orders while maintaining service standards.

- Self-starter with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing business demands.

- Professional appearance and positive attitude required.

- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with Guests, Managers, and Team Members.

- Basic reading, writing, and mathematical proficiency required.

- Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, lift up to 25 pounds, and walk long distances throughout the shift.

What You Get

- Fast-paced, high-volume dining environment

- Clear expectations and structured standards

- Opportunities for growth into higher leadership roles

- Competitive benefits | 401K

This position description is merely intended to describe the primary elements of the position. Paradies Lagardre reserves the right to change the position description and to assign additional duties and responsibilities, as necessary. This position description does not constitute an employment contract of any kind.

Paradies Lagardre is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

2849 PACES FERRY ROAD | OVERLOOK I, 4TH FLOOR | ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30339 | ph. 404.344.7905 | fax. 404.349.3226