Job Opportunities

SAN DIEGO, CA

The USS Midway Museum is an immensely popular event venue. Its unique downtown location, convention center proximity and 360-degree panorama view make it an unparalleled venue for every occasion. More than 700 private and active-duty Navy events are held annually.  The Midway can accommodate events for up to 3,500 guests.

The Museum is seeking a Beverage Services Support Specialist that is interested in working in a highly collaborative fun and customer focused environment, appreciates volunteer service, enjoys problem solving and is passionate about making an impact at work.  A relatively young and small organization, the Midway provides an excellent opportunity for staff to experience ownership of their work and see immediate results of their efforts while also enjoying a balanced work/life.

Position Summary:  The Beverage Services Support Specialist would be responsible for the preparation of the evening bar, including the receiving, stocking, and preparing of both alcohol and non-alcohol products.

Hours:  18-24 hours per week with 3 – 4 shifts

Schedule:  Varies based on event schedule, primarily daytime hours

Pay rate:   Minimum wage plus gratuity share.

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS AND OCCASIONAL EVENINGS

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enforces state liquor laws including, proper identification procedures, monitoring levels of intoxication, intervention strategies, refusal of service and cutoff procedures
• ID and wristband at certain events for people over 21 as needed.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from internal staff, vendors and other business partners.
• Place weekly orders for beverages and supplies and receive and ensure storage of department deliveries.
• Prepare nightly bartender inventory, including liquor, beer, wine, and non-alcohol product.
• Prepare nightly bartender set-up cart, including trash and recycle cans, ice, floor mats, etc.
• Maintain and set up IPad based Cash/Credit card system and work large cash bar events.
• Back up for Bar Manager for vacations/time off.
• Assist and work at events when needed.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from internal staff, vendors and other business partners.
• All other duties, as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School graduate.  College degree preferred.
• Current Food Handler’s Card
• Current California Responsible Beverage Service Certificate
• Experience in a bar or banquet setting

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Computer skills include proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Knowledge of Reserve system sales and catering software a plus.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact/communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Accurate and detail oriented.
• Ability to deal effectively with deadlines and time pressures.
• Team player – ready and willing to help wherever needed or assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Job Conditions/Work Location:  Work is performed on board an aircraft carrier.  Work schedule can be any time Sunday – Saturday with the ability to work Holidays and nights as needed.

Physical Requirements:   Constant climbing up/down stairs and ladders; bend stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials; pull/push lift, and carry up to 40 pounds; reach both above and below shoulder height.

Equipment Operated:  Computer, printer, fax machine, credit card machine, telephone, copier, scanner and pallet jack.