The Head Bartender is responsible for providing guests with courteous and professional service in order to increa s e
revenue for the company using up-selling techniques, and meet and exceed sales targets
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operational
Possess total knowledge of the Beverage Operations Manual.
Supervise the bars and lounges assigned by the Bar Manager and fully ensure that company standards a remet.
Work directly with the bar staff using a hands -on management approach, by helping the Bartenders during busy hours, as well as replacing them during meal hours as necessary.
Ensure that the designated area is staffed with enough bar servers.
Ensures that cocktail recipes are followed according to company standards .
Help the Bartenders and Bar Waiters increase sales.
Ensure that all bar staff are familiar with the Infogenesis/POS system onboard.
Conduct training for new bar staff.
Improve and standardize bar service.
Conduct all necessary training, utilizing on the job training, as instructed by the Bar Manager, to develop each individual to the required level of service standards.
Ensure that all bar Staff work according to the established schedules and stations.
Move staff from one lounge to another according to sales and guest movement.
Monitor bar staff working hours, releasing the bar staff whenever deemed necessary by sales and guest movement.
Ensure that bar par levels are maintained.
Make constant spot checks and instruct bartenders on how to correctly fill requisitions in order to maintain stock.
Perform bar inventories and random par level spot checks whenever instructed by the Bar Manager.
Check and sign all bar requisitions and check mark all the empty bottles.
Ensure that bar displays and set ups are arranged according to standards.
Ensure proper placement of menus on tables whenever bars and lounges are open.
Ensure that all staff follows the correct uniform attire and procedures.
Maintain professional appearance to meet the following standards:
Clean and ironed uniforms.
Nametag visible at all times.
Showers at least twice a day
For males:
Hair must be well -groomed and above the collar.
Facial hair is not allowed in the Bar.
Sideburns should not be lower than the ear lobe.
No earrings are allowed for male employees.
Personal jewelry should be kept to a minimum.
All shoes are to be enclosed at the toe and heel.
For females:
Hair must be kept away from the face.
Ladies should wear a dark-colored scrunch to tie back hair.
Makeup should be tasteful and minimal.
Personal jewelry should be kept to a minimum.
Ladies may wear small earrings and one ring per hand.
All shoes are to be enclosed at the toe and heel.
Ladies heels are to be no higher than 1 inch
Resolve guest complaints, and notify bar manager of any issues.
Understand, apply and conform to all Shipsan and USPH standards and regulations.
Inspect all designated bars before closing and ensure that they are ready for any announced or
unannounced Shipsan/USPH-type inspection.
Report all equipment malfunctions to the Bar Manager.
Training & Development
Attend all meetings, training activities or classes related to assigned position as required.
Financial
N/A
Safety Responsibilities
Maintain a safe and sanitary environment for all guests and crew members.
Follow proper procedures and instructions at all times to prevent damage of any kind to ship or
company property.
Know and comply with Shipsan, the European sanitation program, and United States Public Health
Rules and Regulations pertaining to assigned working area.
Participate in safety drills as required.
Comply with Marella Cruises’ Safety and Pol lution Prevention Program
Comply with Marella Cruises’ Operating Procedures Resources.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
As assigned