P- Bartender- Novecento Brickell - Hidden Bar

Summary of Position:

Prepares and serves all alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages for guests. Actively takes orders, conducts full and complete food/beverage service, and monitors guests’ bar/dining experience in an expeditious and professional manner. Provide timely, accurate and friendly service while preparing the highest quality beverages for our guests.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Learn the names and personally recognize our regulars.
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system.
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change (if applicable).
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Do preparation for service.
• Do weekly preparation of special ingredients in the kitchen bar.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks, appetizers for bar patrons.
• Maintains bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Receive and serve food orders to guests seated at the bar.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
• Clean tables, doors, floors, floorboards, windows, vents, lights etc. Maintain clean and sanitary environment throughout the entire restaurant.
• Attends scheduled Team Member meetings and brings suggestions for overall improvement of the operation.
• Provide a genuinely hospitable experience.

Qualifications:

• Be 21 years of age.
• Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of the restaurant’s trading area.
• A flexible schedule is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Have knowledge of service and food and beverage, generally involving at least three years of front-of-the-house operations and/or assistant management positions.
• Possess excellent basic math skills and can operate a cash register or POS system.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the stamina to work 50 to 60 hours per week.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment, while still delivering on our promises to our guests, ensuring a team focused environment.