Head bartender vs lead bartender

Differences between head bartender and lead bartender duties and responsibilities

Head bartender example responsibilities.

• Direct bartending operations and manage inventory for the bar area.
• Manage payroll and timekeeping including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.
• Input data for POS systems, including monthly inventory, and maintaining all POS systems.
• Certify trainer, responsible for weekly bar inventory for restaurant purchases, highly focuse on upselling.
• Handle all POS operations, including starting tabs, handling cash, closing the drawer, and accounting for all transactions.
• Boost revenue significantly by upselling signature drinks.
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Lead bartender example responsibilities.

• Operate POS system, handle cash orders, take phone calls, and are entrusted to manage to-go orders.
• Manage bartending staff including coordinating work and scheduling.
• Manage and organize deliveries of excessive wine orders and liquor inventory.
• Conduct end of day procedures including counting petty cash, preparing and making bank deposits, and POS accounting.
• Train bartenders on all aspects of the job from drink preparation and knowledge to building valuable customer relationships and upselling techniques.
• Increase average check by upselling appetizers and beverages.
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