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House of Blues Music Hall Bartender House of Blues Houston in Houston, Texas
Job Summary:
HOB Entertainment, a division of Live Nation Entertainment, offers exceptional club venues nationwide. House of Blues Venues provide several genres of live music, from Rock, Hip Hop, Country, Rock en Español, Blues, Jazz, Reggae and Pop. House of Blues venues are also known for their southern-style cuisine, juke-joint inspired atmosphere and the World Famous Gospel Brunch.
House of Blues opened its doors on Thanksgiving Day in 1992, serving its first meal to the local shelters. Since opening, House of Blues has been committed to giving back to the community through the International House of Blues Foundation.
Who are you?
Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
The Role:
- Serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and food to guests in a music hall atmosphere with a cheerful attitude and in an efficient, professional manner.
Responsibilities:
Interact with guests in a natural, friendly demeanor
Cultivate regular guests and repeat business
Successfully complete a pour test prior to every shift, where applicable
Suggestively sell both beverages and menu items to guests at the bar
Deliver food items and beverage orders promptly
Prioritize and organize drink orders
Consistently prepare beverages according to standard recipes and venue specifications, abide by all control systems
Record any equipment failure and/or safety hazards in bar log
Recognize when guests are becoming too intoxicated and refuse further service of alcohol in a courteous and safety-minded manner, bringing it to the attention of a manager
Ensure responsible alcohol service per local ordinance alcohol awareness training and HOB alcohol policies
Request proper identification for anyone appearing under 30 years of age
Maintain HOB safety and sanitation standards
Perform Opening/Running/Closing duties according to HOB policy
Prepare guest checks (on point of sales terminal) and process payment according to HOB policy
Maintain bartender bank
Perform cash pull / check out procedures
Maintain appropriate Comp and Spill checks
Required to occasionally work Special Events that are scheduled throughout the venue
Qualifications:
Required:
(State or County Licensee or Certification Requirement )/ Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or Equivalent
Ability to work late hours
Flexible schedule
Cash handling experience
Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques
Skill in interpersonal communication and teamwork
Physically able to pass a pour test and a mixology drill (timed)
Ability to deal with intoxicated guests in a positive and safety minded manner
Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms
Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or Equivalent
Preferred:
4 years work experience in high volume environment
Experience recognizing valid ID’s
Experience in a live music environment
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
Working environment is fast-paced, often loud and stressful
Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet
Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques
If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online at http://www.livenation.com/careers/index.html to join the Live Nation Entertainment team today!
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