Bartender

15 March 2025•733 views

Expires in 15 days

We are seeking a skilled and personable bartender with at least 3-years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate has worked in both upscale dining and local bar settings, blending expert mixology with a warm, welcoming presence. We are open to meeting all candidates who possess solid experience and who have strong customer service skills.
Responsibilities:
• Craft and Serve High-Quality Beverages
• Prepare and serve classic and contemporary cocktails with expert technique and presentation.
• Collaborate with management in curating a seasonal drinks menu that aligns with the venue’s aesthetic and seasonal ingredients.
• Provide recommendations on wine, beer, and spirits to enhance the guest experience.
• Deliver Exceptional Customer Service.
• Engage with guests in a professional, friendly, and approachable manner.
• Anticipate customer needs, offer suggestions, and personalize the experience when appropriate.
• Handle special requests and dietary restrictions with attention to detail.
• Maintain an Efficient and Organized Bar.
• Keep the bar clean, stocked, and organized throughout service.
• Ensure garnishes, syrups, and mixers are prepped and replenished as needed.
• Follow proper sanitation and hygiene protocols, maintaining compliance with local health regulations.
• Collaborate with all Team members and work closely with the kitchen and waitstaff to ensure smooth service flow.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior bar staff when necessary.
• Manage Bar Operations, accurately process payments, manage tabs, and handle cash or credit transactions.
• Monitor and control inventory, assisting in ordering and restocking supplies.
• Enforce responsible alcohol service, ensuring compliance with state laws and company policies.
Requirements:
• 3+ years of bartending experience in either upscale casual/modern casual or casual/local bar environments.
• Strong mixology skills, with the ability to craft classic and signature cocktails with precision and creativity.
• Robust knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer, including food and beverage pairings.
• Exceptional customer service and hospitality skills, with a warm and engaging personality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple orders and engaging with guests simultaneously.
• Strong cash handling and POS system experience, ensuring accuracy in transactions.
• Experience in inventory management, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing waste.
• Ability to follow and enforce alcohol service laws and responsible beverage service practices.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, working collaboratively with servers, kitchen staff, and management.
• Commitment to cleanliness and safety, adhering to all health and sanitation standards.
• A passion for mixology, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences.
Speaking multiple languages and familiarity with Italian Culture and food is a plus.
Why Join Us?
• We are a long-established, well-known UES Italian restaurant that is both a dining destination for influencers as well a beloved local restaurant specializing in Northern Italian cuisine
• Our bar seats 15 and has a long-established group of regulars, which translates into a steady payday for both you and the restaurant
• Our restaurant seats 80, with at least two seatings on the busiest evenings. We also have a robust lunch crowd on most afternoons.
• We maintain a dynamic, high-end, yet welcoming atmosphere for our guests
• We are a family of Servers, Bussers, Runners, Bartenders, Managers, and an exceptionally talented kitchen staff. Come and join our passionate and professional team
• Competitive pay and generous tips
If you genuinely love mixology, possess exceptional hospitality skills, and thrive in upscale and local bar settings, where the pace can go from slow to standing room only within a span of 20-minutes we’d love to hear from you!