Bar Prep (US Open)

SPECIAL NOTE:

• This is a seasonal, event-based position.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and extended hours during tournament dates.
• Must comply with all venue security and credentialing requirements.

Summary:
The Bar Prep is responsible for assisting in beverage service, and order coordination with speed, accuracy, and professionalism during high-volume service at the US Open across Gracious Hospitality Management concepts including COQODAQ, Bar Chimera, and KimPOP.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Setup & Maintenance

• Assist with full front-of-house stall setup and breakdown before and after each service period.
• Ensure beverage stations, refrigeration units, and display areas are fully stocked and organized.
• Pull, stock, and rotate stadium-approved beverages according to par levels.
• Conduct beginning and end-of-shift inventory counts for beverages and retail items.
• Monitor beverage and packaging inventory throughout service and communicate restocking needs proactively.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the register area, beverage stations, and guest-facing counters.
• Follow all venue compliance procedures for cash handling and alcohol or beverage service (if applicable).
• Set up and break down bar station including beer taps, wine service, ice bins, garnish containers, and bar tools.
• Verify proper operation of draft systems and ensure kegs are properly tapped and pressurized.
• Stock beer, wine, canned beverages, and bar supplies to established par levels.
• Prepare and restock ice wells, cup lids, napkins, and bar accompaniments.
• Maintain clean and organized bar surface, refrigeration units, and under-bar storage.
• Monitor alcohol inventory and communicate low stock levels to management.
• Follow all venue compliance procedures for alcohol storage, handling, and security.

Service Duties

• Ensures the bar is well-stocked with glasses, coasters, napkins, straws, ice, liquor, wine, and beer.
• Prepares juices, mixes, syrups, garnishes, etc.
• Pull and serve stadium beverages quickly and in accordance with venue guidelines.
• Maintain composure, hospitality, and professionalism during high-volume peak periods.
• Resolve basic guest inquiries or escalate concerns to the Shift Leader as needed.
• Assist with inventory tracking and ordering needs as directed by management.
• Prepare beer, wine, and approved stadium alcoholic beverages in accordance with venue and state regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area throughout service.
• Follow all US Open and venue-specific alcohol service guidelines and certification requirements.

Standards

• Maintain composure and efficiency in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and teamwork during peak service periods.
• Uphold COQODAQ quality, cleanliness, and hospitality standards at all times.
• Represent the brand professionally in both appearance and conduct.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with team members and supervisors.
• Follow all US Open venue policies and operational guidelines.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in high-volume quick service kitchen preferred.
• Experience working fry stations or high-output cooking equipment strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced, high-heat environment.
• Strong team player; dependable and detail-oriented.
• ServSafe or Food Handler Certification required (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Must be able to stand, move, and remain active for 8+ hour shifts.

Uniform:

(Employee Must Provide)

• White Undershirt
• Black sport shorts - (Running Shorts)
• White Sneakers
• White Socks

(COQODAQ Will Provide)

• Branded Polo
• Branded Baseball Hat