Hospitality Specialist - City of Kannapolis, NC : Job Details

Salary: $16.09 - $24.94 HourlyLocation : 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081Job Type: Part Time - 2C (less than 1,000 hrs annually)Job Number: 00237Department: Parks and RecreationDivision: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 01/06/2025Closing Date: 2/7/2025 12:00 AM EasternExample of DutiesHIRING RANGE: $16.09 - $18.50 HOURLYOpen until filledGENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:Performs skilled work in focused and concentrated areas of the Parks and Recreation Department. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:Under general supervision an employee in this class performs skilled work involving food and beverage services. An employee in this class performs related work as required. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

• Prepare alcohol and non-alcohol beverages for bar customers.
• Interact with customers, take orders, and serve drinks.
• Assess customers' needs and preferences and make recommendations.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
• Check customers' identifications and confirm it meets legal drinking age.
• Selecting and mixing ingredients, garnishing drinks, and serving customers.
• Ensure bars are well-stocked and clean.
• Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring all charges are accurate and return correct change to customers.
• Uses point-of-sale tracking technology and bar and restaurant management platforms.
• Open and maintain tabs throughout shift.
• Prepare mixers, juices, and cocktail garnishes.
• Build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere.
• Adhere to North Carolina's Alcoholic Beverage Control laws and rules, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean work environment by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing equipment.
• Monitor the consumption of alcohol to ensure no under-age drinking is taking place and those guests consuming beverages are doing so responsibly.
• Working independently to provide superior customer service.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Enforces rules and regulations.
• Performs routine cleaning and custodial duties.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Typical QualificationsREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Resume and proven working experience as a bartender. Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks. Computer literacy is a plus. Positive attitude and excellent communication skills. Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean. Relevant training certificates must be kept current. Must have the ability to get along well with others; and the ability to work unusual hours, especially holidays, nights, and weekends. Must pass a criminal background check.ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:High school graduate or GED; must be at least 21 years of age. Proof of completion of approved NC ABC Commission Responsible Alcohol Server/seller program (RASP) within the past 12 months and at least every 3 years thereafter required. ServSafe Alcohol Certification preferred. A valid NC driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire and a safe driving history is also required. Other Necessary RequirementsJOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, and some medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally. Work requires reaching, walking, stooping, crouching, standing, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Short term exposure to loud music exceeding 85 dBA could be reasonably anticipated requiring the use of hearing protection.Benefits for part time employees are limited based on part time status.01 This position requires working night and weekends. Are you available at these times?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you have any cash register experience?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you have food and beverage service experience?

• Yes
• No

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