Urban Cowboy Bar - Downtown Bartender Nashville, TN · Full time Company website

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OVERVIEW

As a Bartender at The Urban Cowboy Downtown Bar, you'll craft exceptional cocktails in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while delivering outstanding guest experiences. We're looking for individuals with a strong knowledge of cocktails, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure.

REPORTS TO

General Manager

SALARY + HOURS EXPECTATIONS

• $2.13 an Hour + Tips
• 30-40 hours weekly
• Weekday and weekend availability required 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mix and serve drinks.
• Prep for bar service (cutting garnishes, cleaning, general bar setup)
• BOH Bar prep (batching, following prep recipes)
• Engage with customers, offer a friendly and memorable experience.
• Keep the bar area clean and stocked.
• Use POS system efficiently
• Be part of the heart and soul of our bar's atmosphere.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Carry out all tasks with an attention to detail, cleanliness, and safety while maintaining an enjoyable and clean environment for guests and team.
• Ability to multitask (ie converse with guests while making drinks)
• Work efficiently and maintain a reasonable pace of service at all times.
• Engage with all guests in a timely, professional and friendly manner.
• Work to uphold and enforce all necessary  legal statutes at all times.
• Serve safely and appropriately any alcohol by monitoring intake and communicating with staff and management when there are issues or needs.
• Fill in for absent staff as needed, assist with special events as needed.
• Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.
• Ability to honor your schedule, show up on time and clock in and out, put in requests for time off with appropriate notice.
• Ability to fluently work the POS system, as well as responsibly and accurately handle cash payments.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal communication skills in English, as well as nonverbal communications in a fast paced environment. 
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with attention to detail.
• Previous cocktail and bartending experience strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to handle physical workload, including bending, stooping, and lifting for up to 75% of your scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand for 100% of your scheduled shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, maneuver in narrow hallways, up and down small stairways and behind the bar. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Physically strenuous, standing, lifting, kneeling, stooping, walking and stair climbing throughout the entire shift. 
• Loud environment with low lighting in some areas and bright lights in others. 
• No driving required.

Why work with us...

Urban Cowboy is recognized as one of the leading design hotels and cocktail bars in the world, with locations in Brooklyn, Nashville, The Catskills, and Denver. As part of our team, we look to hire and grow individuals who are committed to creating and leading a great guest experience, across properties, understanding the potential for expansion and growth throughout the brand. 

• Brand discounts
• Discounted stays at all affiliated properties, including: Urban Cowboy Lodge, Urban Cowboy Nashville, Urban Cowboy Denver, and The Dive Motel.
• Inclusive work environment where all are celebrated and all are welcome.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.