Lead bartender vs bar back & bartender

Differences between lead bartender and bar back & bartender duties and responsibilities

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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Bar back & bartender example responsibilities.

• Organize weekly bartending classes open to the public, manage new applicants and test staff for speed and accuracy.
• Manage bar staff and purchased/manage the wine and liquor inventory
• Manage payroll and timekeeping including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.
• Negotiate bottle service pricing, ensure attentive service for VIP regulars and high-spenders.
• Select to target VIP personnel base on continuous track record of outstanding customer support.
• Need to know a wide variety of specialty cocktails during the day club and using micros.
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