Social ServicePersonal service workersISCO 5132
cocktail bartender
Cocktail bartenders perform expert mixing of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (26)
types of whiskstypes of whisksTypes of whisks such as balloon whisks, french whisks, flat whisks, spiral whisks and more their function.comply with food safety and hygienecomply with food safety and hygieneRespect optimal food safety and hygiene during preparation, manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution and delivery of food products.handle glasswarehandle glasswareUtilise glassware by polishing, cleaning and storing it properly.upsell productsupsell productsPersuade customers to buy additional or more expensive products.prepare fruit ingredients for use in beveragesprepare fruit ingredients for use in beveragesCut or blend fruits for use in preparation and decoration of drinks such as cocktails and aperitifs.display spiritsdisplay spiritsShow full range of available spirits in a visually pleasing manner.clear the bar at closing timeclear the bar at closing timeFree the bar at closing time by politely encouraging patrons to leave at closing time according to policy.handover the service areahandover the service areaLeave service area in conditions which follow safe and secure procedures, so that it is ready for the next shift.think creatively about food and beveragesthink creatively about food and beveragesGenerate innovative and creative ideas to come up with new recipes, preparations of food and beverages and new ways to present the products.extract juicesextract juicesObtain juice from fruits or vegetables either manually or by using equipment.identify customer's needsidentify customer's needsUse appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.maintain customer servicemaintain customer serviceKeep the highest possible customer service and make sure that the customer service is at all times performed in a professional way. Help customers or participants feel at ease and support special requ...enforce alcohol drinking lawsenforce alcohol drinking lawsImplement local legislation surrounding the selling of alcoholic beverages, including its sale to minors.prepare mixed beveragesprepare mixed beveragesMake a range of mixed alcoholic drinks, such as cocktails and long drinks and non-alcoholic drinks according to the recipes.present drinks menupresent drinks menuAcquaint guests with items on the drinks menu, make recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.work according to recipework according to recipePerform tasks in food preparation according to recipe or specification in order to preserve the quality of ingredients and to ensure replication accuracy of the recipe. Select the appropriate material...setup the bar areasetup the bar areaArrange the bar area such as the counter, equipment, side stations, side tables and displays, so that it is ready for the upcoming shift and in conditions which follow safe, hygienic and secure proced...process paymentsprocess paymentsAccept payments such as cash, credit cards and debit cards. Handle reimbursement in case of returns or administer vouchers and marketing instruments such as bonus cards or membership cards. Pay attent...handle bar equipmenthandle bar equipmentUse bar equipment such as cocktail shakers, blenders and cutting boards.serve beveragesserve beveragesProvide a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages such as soft drinks, mineral waters, wine and bottled beer over a counter or using a tray.create new recipescreate new recipesCombine innovative and creative ideas to come up with new recipes and preparations to extend the product of range of a company. Make modifications to recipes in order to enhance taste, reach productiv...maintain bar cleanlinessmaintain bar cleanlinessKeep cleanliness in all the bar areas including counters, sinks, glasses, shelves, floors and storage areas.present decorative drink displayspresent decorative drink displaysShow drinks in the most attractive way and develop decorative drink displays.execute opening and closing proceduresexecute opening and closing proceduresApply standard opening and closing procedures for bar, store or restaurant.operate dishwashing machineoperate dishwashing machineHandle dishwashing machines with used plates, glass, service utensils and cutlery.assemble cocktail garnishesassemble cocktail garnishesCreate cocktail garnishes by applying decorations such as straws, stirrers, spices and condiments.
Optional (7)
sparkling winessparkling winesThe varieties of sparkling wines and their match with food products.compile drinks price listscompile drinks price listsSet prices according to needs and preferences of guests.handle gas cylindershandle gas cylindersGrip gas cylinders in a safe manner and ensure they are compliant with safety and health regulations.take food and beverage orders from customerstake food and beverage orders from customersAccept orders from customers and record them into the Point of Sale system. Manage order requests and communicate them to fellow staff members.compile drinks menucompile drinks menuCreate drinks inventory according to needs and preferences of guests.create decorative food displayscreate decorative food displaysDesign decorative food displays by determining how food is presented in the most attractive way and realising food displays in order to maximise revenue.devise special promotionsdevise special promotionsPlan and invent promotion activities to stimulate sales.
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